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    User's Guide
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    , lubricating or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual. WARNING -TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BURNS adjustment in the needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, etc. • Never drop or insert any object
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    to avoid a hazard. • This sewing machine is provided with double insulation. Use only identical replacement parts. See instructions for Servicing of Double-Insulated Appliances. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR CENELEC COUNTRIES ONLY: This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and
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    2, 56184 Huskvarna, SWEDEN Product name: Model number: PFAFF® creative icon™ sewing and embroidery machine SFP1 This device complies with Part 15 of the and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
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    50 Included Accessories 18 Embroidery Unit 50 Included Hoops 18 Embroidery Hoop Overview 50 Presser Feet 19 Dynamic Spring Foot 6D 50 Stitch Overview 21 Utility Stitches 21 Stitch Menu Overview 25 Alphabets 25 Straight Stitch Needle Plate 51 Designs 51 creative icon™ Sampler Book
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    Guide 58 Getting Started 58 Techniques and Tutorials 58 Stabilizer Guide 58 Settings 59 Sewing Settings 59 Embroidery 6 WiFi & mySewnet™ Services 73 WiFi Introduction 73 Troubleshooting Connectivity 78 8 Embroidery Edit 104 Embroidery Edit - Introduction 104 7 Sewing 79 Embroidery
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    Undo/Redo 117 Pan 117 Resize 117 Hoop Options 119 Hoop Selection 119 Grid 119 Background 119 Stitch Edit 120 Full Screen View 120 Embroidery Text 121 Create a Text 121 Color Block Merge 137 Monochrome 137 Stitch-Out Progress 139 Number of Stitches in Current Color Block 139 Number
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    Center - Introduction 191 Help Center - Overview 191 User's Guide 192 Getting Started 193 Techniques and Tutorials 194 Garment Techniques 194 Sewing Techniques 194 Quilting Techniques 195 Embroidery Techniques 195 Stabilizer Guide 195 Projects 196 Project Viewer 196 Video Player 197 15
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    the Needle Plate and Cleaning the Bobbin Area 204 Cleaning Under the Bobbin Area 204 Replacing the Needle Plate 205 Troubleshooting 205 Service 208 Non-Original Parts and Accessories 209 Technical specification 209 17 IMPORTANT 210 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 210 DANGER -TO REDUCE THE
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    all of the information found in the printed user's guide packed with your creative icon™ sewing and embroidery machine, as well as information regarding all the functions and features accessed from the Multi-Touch Screen. The built-in user's guide is always up to date with the latest features as
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    3. Thread take-up lever 4. Threading slot 5. Thread cutter 6. LED light 7. Needle plate 8. Bobbin cover 9. Bobbin cover release button 10. Base plate 17 16 11 6 6 12 9 15 14 13 11. -touch screen 17. Bobbin winding thread slot 18. Auxiliary spool pin 19. Main spool pin 20. Telescopic thread
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    Automatic Needle Threader, page 38 2. Needle bar with needle clamp screw 3. Needle thread guide 1 4. Presser foot bar 5. IDT™ 6. Presser foot ankle 7. Presser foot 2 Foot Control, page 26. 3 4 5 Rear 1. Handle 2. Accessory socket 3. Free arm 4. Embroidery unit socket 12 4 5 6 7 1 1 2 3 4
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    in the accessory tray and one underneath the embroidery unit. These should all be removed before sewing. 6. Pre-tension thread guide 7. Main spool pin 8. Auxiliary spool pin 9. Bobbin winding thread guide 10. Thread tension disc for bobbin winding Introduction Accessory Tray The accessory tray
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    the needle plate not in use in the bottom of your accessory tray. 1. Insert the right side of the plate into the plate. B Embroidery Unit (type EU 22) 1. Embroidery unit release button (underside) 2. Embroidery arm 3. Embroidery hoop attachment 4. Level adjustment feet 5. Embroidery unit plug 6.
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    to get heavy fabric under the presser foot. In embroidery mode, the extra lift makes it easier to insert presser foot or other attached accessories, read the instructions carefully on how to use the is completed, your machine cuts the upper and bobbin threads and raises the presser foot and needle.
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    needle plate just above the bobbin cover. Do not use the cut function when an accessory is attached in these holes re-start to go back to the beginning of an embroidery. Needle Stop Up/Down Touch needle stop up/down to sewing manual buttonholes, darning stitches and tapering stitches to step between the
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    detailed information, see the multi-touch screen section in the built-in user's guide. Touch Touch once on a button or setting on the screen to select. a different position on the screen. Used for moving a design in the embroidery area. Swipe Touch, move and release your finger in a swift gesture to
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    Accessories Not in Picture • Complimentary software (PC) to download, see Complimentary Softwarecomplimentary software in the built-in user's guide. • Soft cover for machine • Luggage style carrying bag with packing insert for embroidery unit • Foot control • Power cord • Needles • creative icon
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    creative icon™ the foot guides the fabric. The red guide on the foot manual buttonholes. Use the markings on the foot to position the garment edge. The finger on the back of the foot holds cording for corded buttonhole. 6A - Embroidery/Sensormatic Free Motion Foot This foot is used for embroidery
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    inner edge of the right toe is ⅛″ (3mm). 8 - Maxi Stitch Foot This foot is used for side-motion stitches. Bi Level Guide Foot for IDT™ System The Bi Level Guide Foot is especially suitable for sewing the exclusive stitch techniques such as Edge stitches and floating stitches. The underside of the
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    1.1.16 Crosshem stitch 1.1.17 Blind hem stitch Decorative stitch for stretch fabrics and hems. Also used with elastic thread in the bobbin. Joining fabrics and quilt batting, decorative stitch for quilting, hemstitching. Joining stitch for undergarments, terry cloth, leather, bulky fabrics where
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    Introduction Stitch № 1.2.2 Name Closed overlock Description For sewing seams and overcasting stretch fabrics in one step. 1.2.3 Closed overlock 1.2.4 Elastic overcast For sewing seams and overcasting stretch fabrics in one step with reinforced edge. For sewing seams and overcasting stretch
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    Introduction Stitch № 1.3.5 1.3.6 1.3.7 1.3.8 Name Rounded buttonhole with crosswise tack Description Buttonhole for garments. Eyelet buttonhole with Tailors buttonhole or decorative buttonhole. pointed tack Eyelet buttonhole with Tailors buttonhole for jackets and trousers. lengthwise tack
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    Stitch № 1.4.5 Name Decorative Eyelet Description For belts, laces, heirloom sewing, etc. 1.4.6 Decorative Eyelet For belts, laces, heirloom sewing, etc. 1.4.7 Programmable darning To darn or mend small holes, begin stitching over hole, touch reverse stitch for continuous darning and stop.
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    quick help function, see Quick Helpquick help in the built-in user's guide. Stitch Menu Name 1 - Utility Stitches See also stitch table for detailed Needle Art Stitches 1. Cross stitches 2. Needlework stitches 3. Antique hand embroidery stitches 4 - Satin Stitches 5 - Decorative Stitches 6 -
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    embroidery unit, do not throw away the black styrofoam inside the embroidery unit carrying bag, as this is designed for storing the embroidery unit when not in use. Note: Your creative icon of the embroidery unit. A Preparations Connect the Power Cord and Foot Control Among the accessories you will
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    will retract into the foot control. 4. Place all accessories in the accessory tray. Slide the tray on to the machine around the free arm. 5. Place the foot control in the space above the free arm. 6. Put on the soft cover. Tip: The user's guide
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    guide. Free Arm To use the free arm, slide off the accessory tray. When attached, a hook keeps the accessory tray locked to the machine. Remove the tray by sliding it to the left. Manual Thread Cutter There are three manual thread cutters on your machine. The first one is close to the bobbin winder
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    slider, indicating which speed level is set. The speed setting is also shown in the information area. Thread Sensor If the needle thread breaks or bobbin thread is running low, the machine stops and a pop-up appears on the screen. If needle thread breaks: Remove the thread completely, re-thread the
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    is always used when threading your machine for sewing/embroidery and bobbin winding. The telescopic thread guide helps straighten the thread, preventing it from tangling or breaking. The thread guide together with the vertical spool pins make it possible to successfully use very large thread cones
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    spool pins are designed for all types of thread. Use the main spool pin (A) when threading the upper thread and for bobbin winding through the needle. For regular sewing and embroidery thread, use the main spool pin in vertical position. Place the spool pin in the horizontal position if you want to
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    the market today developed for different purposes. Your creative icon™ machine is designed for all types of embroidery bobbin thread is often used in the bobbin instead. The lighter weight thread does not build up under the embroidery. Note: When using a metallic or a flat film thread for embroidery
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    special scarf to eliminate skipped stitches when there is a flex in the fabric. For knits, swimwear, fleece, synthetic suedes and leathers. Embroidery Needle Embroidery needles have a special scarf, a slightly rounded point and a slightly larger eye to avoid damage to thread and materials. Use with
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    Changing the Needle 1. Use the hole in the multipurpose tool to hold the needle. 2. Loosen the needle screw. 3. Remove the needle. 4. Insert the new needle using the multipurpose tool. Push the new needle upwards with the flat side away from you until it will go no further. It is very important
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    vertical position is recommended for optimal sewing results. If you experience problems with the thread or sewing result, there are alternative ways to both hands, place the thread behind the left clip on the telescopic thread guide (A). The thread should run from right to left. Note: When using
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    down in the left threading slot to the last thread guide (F) just above the needle. 5. Thread the needle using the automatic needle threader or manually. Before using the automatic needle threader, carefully read the instructions and recommendations, see Using the Automatic Needle Threader, page 38
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    silk sewing thread • rayon embroidery thread Medium weight threads: • fine/normal cotton or polyester sewing thread • rayon embroidery thread Medium/heavy weight threads stitch results. Refer to your PFAFF® retailer for more information on needle types and sizes for your sewing needs. Preparations
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    needle threader again or thread the needle manually. When threading the needle manually, make sure that the needle is threaded from front to back. The automatic needle threader cannot be used with all optional accessories available for your creative icon™ machine. To avoid damage to the needle
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    the thread spool can affect the behavior of the thread. Threads can also behave differently if the spool is full or nearly empty. If experiencing problems, try the tips and hints below. Note: Always test sew on a scrap piece of fabric to check the sewing result. If the thread spool is
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    prevent the spool from rotating. Pull thread up to the telescopic thread guide and thread as described under Threading the Upper Thread, page 35. Threading threads with two hands as illustrated. Floss the threads under the thread guide (A) from front to back. Pull the threads together back into and
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    (E), and down in the left threading slot. One thread should be placed inside the needle thread guide (F) and the other one outside. Make sure the threads do not become twisted together. 4. Thread the twin needle manually. Do not use the automatic needle threader for twin needle! Note: The weight and
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    thread guide (A) directly to the bobbin instead. 3. Thread through the slot in the bobbin (D) from the inside to the outside. Place the bobbin on the bobbin spindle (C). The bobbin only fits on one way, with the logo facing out. The bobbins included are designed especially for your creative icon
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    to right through thread guide (B). 5. Thread through the slot in the bobbin (D) from the inside to the outside. Place the bobbin on the bobbin spindle. The bobbin only fits on one way, with the logo facing out. The bobbins included are designed especially for your creative icon™ machine. Do not use
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    Inserting the Bobbin Use only the bobbins designed for your creative icon™ machine. 1 1. Open the bobbin cover by pushing the release button (A) to the right. Remove the cover. 2. Place the bobbin in the bobbin case. It drops in only one way with the logo facing up. The bobbin will then
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    Changing the Bobbin Case The creative icon™ comes with two different bobbin cases. Bobbincase (1) is mounted on the machine at delivery and is used for most sewing and embroidering. The second bobbin case (2), is the Straight Stitch Bobbin Case. This bobbin case is recommended to use when
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    IDT™ System (Integrated Dual Feed) For sewing any fabric precisely, the PFAFF® creative icon™ machine provides the ideal solution: the integrated dual feed, IDT™ system. As on industrial machines, the IDT™ system feeds the fabric from the top and
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    holder when lowered. Attaching the Sensormatic Buttonhole Foot 1. Snap on the Sensormatic Buttonhole Foot. 2. Insert the plug, with the three dots facing out, into the accessory socket at the back of the sewing head. 47
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    -hole of the presser foot 2 holder. 6. Push the foot into the hole as far as it will go while tightening the screw. To remove the embroidery foot loosen the screw, 4 squeeze the embroidery foot together and pull it out to the right. Tighten the screw. 5 6 Preparations 48
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    Plate is recommended for embroidery. It may also be used for certain techniques in sewing mode, such as quilt piecing. The smaller hole in the Straight Stitch Needle Plate supports the fabric closer to the needle and helps prevent the fabric from being pulled down into the bobbin area, especially at
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    unit from the box for the first time, be sure to remove the shipping brace on the underside of the embroidery unit. Embroidery Hoop Overview 1. Embroidery hoop connector 2. Outer hoop 3. Inner hoop 4. Quick release 5. Retaining screw 6. Ribs for fitting the clips 7. Center marks Dynamic Spring
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    designs are included in the machine memory. These designs, along with the eight built-in embroidery fonts, are shown in the creative icon™ sampler book. creative icon™ Sampler Book Page through the creative icon™ sampler book for designs and fonts. All included designs are pictured and the design
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    into anything while calibrating. Remove the Embroidery Unit 1. To store the embroidery unit in the embroidery case, move the embroidery arm to park position. See park position in the built-in user's guide. 2. Press the button at the left, underneath the embroidery unit (A) and slide the unit to
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    To Hoop the Fabric For the best embroidery results, place a layer of stabilizer beneath the fabric. When hooping stabilizer and fabric back until it clicks into place. To remove the hoop from the embroidery arm, press the grey button (B) on the hoop attachment and slide the hoop towards you. B A 53
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    Touch Screen Multi-Touch Screen Your creative icon™ machine features a Multi-Touch use the Multi-Touch Screen. Gestures Touch Touch once on an icon or setting on the screen to select. Touch & Hold Touch . It is also useful when reading your user's guide to zoom in texts and pictures. Touch and Move
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    Start Page is shown every time you start your creative icon™ machine. The Start Page is always accessible through about how to get started embroidering in the Embroidery Edit chapter. Load From mySewnet™ Touch in User's Guide, Getting Started, Technique Tutorials and Stabilizer Guide. Read about Help
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    a new sewing or embroidery session. Common Functions The following functions on the screen are used frequently. OK Confirms changes and pop-up messages and returns to previous window. Cancel Cancels changes and pop-up messages and returns to previous window. Touch & Hold Some icons have additional
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    The Multi-Touch Screen Settings with Toggle Function For some settings, two green dots are visible underneath the settings icon. It means you can toggle between two settings in the same control. 57
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    User's Guide. The User's Guide contains all the information about your creative icon™ sewing and embroidery machine. Getting Started Touch to view Quick Start Guide. Some of the guides will show animations. Techniques and Tutorials Touch to view projects that have a step-by-step instruction on how
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    for Sewing Settings, Embroidery Settings, Machine Settings etc. Just swipe between the tabs and make settings for your creative icon™ machine. Sewing this setting selected except when using specific accessories or special techniques that do not support thread metering. Deselect the ActivStitch™
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    will be performed. Note: Deselect when using optional accessories that are attached in the two holes in the needle plate just above the bobbin cover, an option for free-motion in the Default Settings; touch the FreeMotion icon in Sewing Mode to choose a temporary option instead. For more information
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    Options for Feed Dogs When auto is selected (recommended) your machine automatically raises or lowers the Feed Dogs, depending on the stitch and other selected settings. For example, the Feed Dogs are lowered when sewing on buttons or when free-motion sewing. Select Up and the Feed Dogs will be
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    for Sewing Settings, Embroidery Settings, Machine Settings etc. Just swipe between the tabs and make settings for your creative icon™ machine. There are this setting selected except when using specific accessories or special techniques that do not support thread metering. Deselect the ActivStitch™
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    When using the Sensormatic Free-Motion Foot 6A, the presser foot height can be adjusted for improved performance when using different weights of material and/or embroidery threads. Select Default Hoop Size Touch to open a list of available hoop sizes. The selected hoop will be the default hoop
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    move the slider to the right to make the LED lights brighter or to the left to make them less bright. Background Image Customize your creative icon™ machine by selecting the background image options. 64
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    be able to create a new user. With a mySewnet™ account you will be able to access all of the mySewnet™ services. Read about mySewnet™ services. Machine Information Machine information contains technical machine information such as: machine serial number, machine MAC address and current firmware. In
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    Toolbox The Smart Toolbox is available in the sewing and embroidery area. Touch & hold anywhere in your work area User's Guide, Getting Started and Techniques and Tutorials. Read more in the Help Center chapter. Quick Help Touch the question mark icon to open Quick Help. The icon becomes highlighted
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    . Touch the text to open the chapter in the User's Guide. Main Menu Touch Main Menu and select one of the tabs You can hide the entire Information Area by swiping to the left. Touch the information icon to show the Information Area again. The Multi-Touch Screen 1. WiFi Signal Strength 2. mySewnet
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    Screen WiFi Touch the WiFi icon to access the WiFi Settings. Select a network from the list of available networks. If your network is password protected, you will be prompted to enter the password. If you do not get any signal or have a low signal strength see Troubleshooting. Read about WiFi in
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    hide the entire information area by swiping. Note: Touch the information icon to show the Information Area again. Active Features This section shows to hide the entire Information Area by swiping. Note: Touch the Information icon to show the Information Area again. Menu Panel The Menu Panel differs
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    The Multi-Touch Screen Options Selected From the Menu Panel Some menus contain more than is initially displayed. Swipe to browse categories in the window and/or expand the window to a size of your choice by touch and drag the colored triangle, in the lower corner of the window. 70
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    The creative icon™ allows you to access the functions you use the most by arranging them as you desire on the screen. Touch the Detach icon to Screen 1. Base Bar in Sewing Mode 2. Base Bar in Embroidery Edit 3. Base Bar in Embroidery Stitch-Out Functions that open full screen windows are placed in
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    The Multi-Touch Screen 72
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    in Settings, Machine Information. WiFi & mySewnet™ Services 1. Firmware waiting to be downloaded. Only visible if you have chosen to download it later. 2. New firmware update available. Your creative icon™ is a modern, updateable sewing and embroidery machine. It is always recommended that you
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    software. You can also find the complimentary software at the mySewnet™ portal. More information and detailed installation instructions are available on the download page. WiFi & mySewnet™ Services 74
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    be created through the mySewnet™ portal at pfaff.mysewnet.com. mySewnet™ Cloud The mySewnet™ cloud is a service for hosting files in the cloud that is available to all owners and users of a mySewnet™ cloud featured machine such as your creative icon™ machine. The mySewnet™ cloud offers a simple way
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    Install the mySewnet™ cloud sync tool to support synchronization of a local folder on your to your computer from the mySewnet™ portal at pfaff.mysewnet.com. 2. On your computer, double content in the mySewnet™ cloud folder on your creative icon™ machine. Signed in to mySewnet™ cloud. Synchronizing
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    manager on your creative icon™ machine and also in mySewnet™ portal. mySewnet™ Portal The mySewnet™ portal is a personal web page with access to the different mySewnet™ services. Login to the mySewnet™ portal with your mySewnet™ account. You can access the mySewnet™ portal at pfaff.mysewnet.com to
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    portal at pfaff.mysewnet.com. The app will display current embroidery status: • All color blocks in loaded design(s). • Current stitch number and current color block • Machine pop-up messages such as thread color change and bobbin thread low. WiFi & mySewnet™ Services Troubleshooting Connectivity
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    Sewing 7 Sewing Sewing Mode - Introduction In Sewing Mode you can select stitches, adjust and sew them. Use Stitch Creator™ feature and Sequence Creator to create your own stitches and sequences. The selected stitch is shown in actual size in the stitch field. Sewing Mode - Overview Recommendations
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    Sewing 1. Help Center 2. mySewnet™ cloud 3. WiFi Signal Strength 4. Sewing Recommendations 80 5. Information 6. Active Features 7. Stitch Repeat 8. Stitch Edit
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    9. Settings 10. Stitch Creator™ feature 11. Sequence Creator 12. Balance Adjustments 13. Full Screen View 14. Tie-Off Options 15. Free-Motion Options 16. Tapering 17. mySewnet™ cloud folder 18. Load Stitch 19. Menu Panel 20. Quick Help 21. Main Menu Sewing 81
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    Sewing Getting Started with Sewing Touch Start Sewing to enter the Sewing Mode. A straight stitch is loaded by default. If you prefer, you can set a different stitch to be the default stitch. Touch Stitch Menu in the Menu Panel to load a new stitch. It is also possible to enter Main Menu to load a
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    Sewing Select a Stitch From the Selection Menu Touch Main Menu to open the Selection Menu tab. Available stitch categories are listed horizontally, swipe to see more categories. Select a category by touching it and then touch a subcategory to view the available stitches. Touch a stitch to see a
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    shown when a Free-Motion Option is selected with a straight stitch. The Straight Stitch Bobbin Case will be shown if you move your straight stitch to the left. We recommend that you use The Stabilizer Guide in the Help Center for detailed information about the different stabilizers. 1. Presser Foot
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    of tension on the upper thread. we recommend that you keep this setting selected except when using specialty techniques or accessories that do not support thread metering. Deselect the ActivStitch™ technology feature in the temporary settings to switch to thread tension. The control for adjusting
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    will be performed. Note: Deselect when using optional accessories that are attached in the two holes in the needle plate just above the bobbin cover, the fabric must be moved manually. Free-Motion Options are accessible both in Settings and if you touch Free-Motion icon in Sewing Mode. Your Temporary
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    straight stitch to prevent damage to the needle, presser foot and needle plate. Select stitch width safety when using an accessory that only supports a centered needle position e.g. straight stitch presser foot. Stitch width safety will automatically be selected when the Straight Stitch Needle Plate
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    beginning and at the end of a stitch. It is also possible to program thread cut at the end of a stitch. When touching the Tie-Off icon, three options open to let you select different functions; Tie-Off Beginning, TieOff End and Thread Cut. Touch Tie-Off to close Tie-Off Options
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    window. Note: The Default Setting is always shown in white numbers. The creative icon™ allows you to access the functions you use the most by arranging them as you desire on the sewing and embroidery area. Touch the Detach icon to show which controls that can be moved around. Touch & hold the
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    and + to increase when sewing a buttonhole with the Sensormatic Buttonhole Foot. You can also sew a manual buttonhole, read about how to sew a manual buttonhole and how to repeat a manual buttonhole in the Sewing Techniques chapter. Button Stitch Repetition When sewing a button, you can set the
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    tests with different settings on a scrap piece of the fabric you are going to use and check the balance between the upper thread and the bobbin thread. Note: When changing the value of the thread metering/thread tension setting, the changes only affect the selected stitch. Your changed settings will
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    the Feed Dogs will lower automatically and the fabric must be moved manually. Touch Free-Motion to close the Free-Motion Options window. Your formed. Note: Optional spring feet can be purchased at your local authorized PFAFF® dealer. Do not use a spring foot if Sensormatic Free-Motion is activated
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    Thread Cut at the end of a stitch. When touching the Tie-Off icon, three options open to let you select different functions; Tie-Off Beginning, sewing in reverse and press the Reverse button. No Tie-Off will be performed. Stitch Repeat Stitch Repeat makes it possible for you to program an exact
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    & hold on the folder to open it and save into the new folder. Touch the List and Thumbnail View icon to toggle between showing the files in a list or as thumbnail icons. In List View each file is shown with the file name and file type. In Thumbnail View each file is
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    Sewing Sewing Programs These techniques may require some special presser feet and accessories. Tapering Stitches The Tapering commands will be visible when a stitch that can be tapered is selected. Touch the Tapering menu to open a view of angles
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    Sewing Stitch Repeat Stitch Repeat makes it possible for you to program an exact seam length, it also lets you decide how many repetitions of a stitch you want to sew. Patchwork Program The Patchwork Program makes it possible for you to program an exact stitch length that can be sewn repeatedly.
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    techniques may require some special presser feet and accessories. Buttonholes Sensormatic Buttonhole When you sew a over again. The Repeat Buttonhole icon is only visible when sewing a buttonhole manually. To cancel the function just deselect the icon. Corded Buttonhole Corded buttonholes that
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    be lowered. Place the button under the presser foot holder. Use the Mirroring icon to make sure the holes in the button are aligned with the swing of the stitches that will fasten the button on the fabric, using the Stitch Repetition icon. Start to sew. The machine will sew the program for you. Four
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    Special Stitch Techniques Special Stitch Technique stitches in your creative icon™ machine includes stitches such as Ribbon, Stacking, weight, under your fabric to support your stitching. We recommend you to use Help Center and locate the Ribbon Stitches Projects for instructions on how to sew and
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    use this technique; the first technique is to sew with the Bi-Level Guide Foot, a piece of stabilizer and one piece of folded fabric. The second technique is to sew two pieces of fabric together. Sewn with the Bi-Level Guide Foot: 1. Fold the fabric, right sides together, and place the stabilizer
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    Exclusive Pfaff sewing technique the Bi-Level Guide Foot and water soluble stabilizer. 1. Attach the Bi-Level Guide Foot and engage edge. 3. Let the folded fabric edge follow the guide of the foot. Sew as long as you want the require special presser feet and accessories. Note: Touch Quick Help
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    -up message appears giving you notice that you will soon need to replace the bobbin. If you want to continue sewing without replacing the bobbin, touch the foot control and do not close the pop-up. When the bobbin is replaced with a full one, touch OK in the pop-up. Check Upper Thread
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    Sewing Cannot Use the Automatic Needle Threader If using a twin needle, touch OK and thread it manually. If using a regular needle, touch OK and deselect twin needle in the settings. Press the Automatic Needle Threader button again. Twin Needle The following pop-
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    Edit 8 Embroidery Edit Embroidery Edit - Introduction In Embroidery Edit you can adjust, combine, save and delete designs, stitches and fonts. You can edit your design combinations without having the embroidery unit connected to your machine. The loaded design(s) are shown in the embroidery area
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    Embroidery Edit - Overview Embroidery Edit 1. Help Center 2. mySewnet™ cloud 3. WiFi Signal Strength 4. Total Number of Stitches in Design Combination 5. Active Features 105
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    Area 9. Hoop Options 10. Edit 11. Settings 12. Embroidery Stitch-Out 13. Shape Creator 14. Appliqué Creator 15. Sequence Creator 16. Stitch Creator™ feature 17. Full Screen View . Load Font 22. Load Design 23. Color Edit 24. Layers 25. Menu Panel 26. Quick Help 27. Main Menu Embroidery Edit 106
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    ™cloud folder and from a USB device in File Manager. Load a Font Text can be created with embroidery fonts and stitch fonts. If you select a font the embroidery text keyboard will open. Read about Embroidery Text. Note: You can load saved fonts from the mySewnet™ cloud folder and from a USB device
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    more categories. All available stitches within the same category are listed vertically, swipe to see more stitches. Touch & hold on a stitch to load it to Embroidery Edit. The Stitch Menu window size can be changed by touching and dragging on the colored triangle in the lower corner. The entire Menu
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    Embroidery Edit Color Edit Touch the Color Edit icon to view the color blocks in the selected design(s). 1. Select All 2. the color that corresponds to the color block that you want to change. Touch the Color Edit icon to open a window where you can select a new color. Touch on the color palette to
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    green. Color blocks that are not selected will be greyed out in the embroidery area on the screen to make it easy to see which color blocks in Select All If you want to select all designs, simply touch the Select All icon. All designs on your screen will be surrounded by design selection frames. You
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    To deselect, touch the designs again or in the Embroidery Area and the design selection frame will disappear. Group/Ungroup If you have selected two or more designs and want to combine them to be adjusted as one design, touch the Group/Ungroup icon. A design selection frame will surround each design
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    8. Scale 9. True Size 10. Stitch Edit 11. Full Screen View Control Wheel Touch the selected design with your finger to position it anywhere in the embroidery area. Use the arrows in the Control Wheel to fine tune. The Control Wheel varies in appearance depending on which function it is used for
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    Move Touch and move a selected design with your finger to position it anywhere in the embroidery area. You can also touch the Move icon and use the arrows to adjust the position of the selected design(s). The numbers above the arrows show the horizontal and vertical distance from the
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    to adjust the rotation of the selected design(s). Each touch on the 90 degrees icon rotates the selected design(s) 90 degrees clockwise. The number above the arrows shows, in degrees, the current rotation angle. Rotate Embroidery Edit Scale Rotate 90 Degrees Scale locked Scale unlocked 114
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    frame and move your finger on the screen. When scaling a design the True Size icon will be enabled. Touch the icon and use the arrows to scale the design to the default size. You can also touch the increase or decrease a design more than 20%, use the Resize function. True Size Embroidery Edit 115
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    to open a keypad and enter desired number of copies you want to add. Delete/Delete All Touch the Delete icon, and the selected design(s) will be deleted from the embroidery area. If more than one design is selected, a pop-up message will appear. Touch OK to confirm to delete selected designs. If
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    be greyed out if undo/redo are not possible. Pan To pan the embroidery area, touch anywhere outside the loaded design(s) and move your finger. To return function does not change the stitch count. Resize Adjustments Touch the Resize icon to open the Resize window. To change the size of the design,
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    • If you enlarge a design too much, you may see stitch irregularities. Touch the True Size icon to return to original size and resize to a smaller percentage for a better result. Please use the embroidery software to resize very large and complex designs. It is available to purchase from your local
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    design size. Grid Use the grid as a guide when you combine or place designs. You can set the distance between the grid lines by entering a number in the keypad. Touch to open Hoop Options and activate/deactivate grid. Note: Touch & hold on the Embroidery Area to open the Smart Toolbox and select
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    : The default setting is always shown in white numbers. Your creative icon™ machine allows you to access the functions you use the most by arranging them as you desire on the sewing and embroidery area. Touch & hold in the center of the icon until it pop's up and then drag and drop it to
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    delete all text that is written, touch & hold the Delete icon. A popup will appear to ask you if you want to delete all. You can also touch & hold in the embroidery area to open the Smart Toolbox and select delete or delete all. 1. Embroidery Area 2. Text Area 3. Select Spacing 4. Select Text Shape
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    of the design selection frame and drag your finger on the screen. Select Spacing Touch the Select Spacing icon to open options for spacing your text along the shape line: evenly spaced, left justified, centered The setting affects all objects on the shape. 1. Upright 2. Curved Embroidery Edit 122
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    selected designs. Select Delete All to delete all loaded designs from the embroidery area. Touch OK in the pop-up message to confirm. Read about Embroidery Edit Select to open the User's Guide and read more about Embroidery Edit. Reset Toolbar Select if you want to reset your Toolbar to default
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    Grid On/Off. Delete All Select to delete all loaded designs from the embroidery area. Touch OK in the pop-up message to confirm. Read about Embroidery Edit Select to open the User's Guide to read about the Embroidery Edit. Reset Toolbar Select if you want to reset your Toolbar to default. Read
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    feature is selected your creative icon™ will automatically choose the best way to control the embroidery upper thread based on the for all designs and settings. For some specific special techniques and accessories that cannot be embroidered with thread metering, the ActivStitch™ technology
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    6D is needed for good embroidery results. Some specific specialty techniques and/or accessories do not support the use of the Dynamic height can be adjusted for improved performance when using different weights of material and/or embroidery threads. Note: The embroidery foot will be reset to Dynamic
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    and the presser foot raises at color changes. • Bobbin thread and upper thread are cut and the presser foot raises when an embroidery is finished. Automatic Thread Cutter and Automatic Jump Stitch Trim When selected, cuts will be automatically performed and upper thread pulled to the underside of
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    foot height can be adjusted for improved performance when using different weights of material and/or embroidery threads. Select Default Hoop Size Touch to . Touch the List and Thumbnail View icon to toggle between showing the files in a list or as thumbnail icons. In list view each file is shown
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    Embroidery Edit Save Current State/Restore Current State Read about how to Save Current State/Restore Current State in the Embroidery Stitch-Out chapter. 129
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    Edit Pop-up Messages in Embroidery Edit Embroidery Combination is too Complex This pop-up message appears e.g. for one of the following reasons: • The design combination contains too many color blocks. • There are
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    Embroidery Stitch-Out 9 Embroidery Stitch-Out Embroidery Stitch-Out - Introduction Touch Embroidery Stitch-Out to embroider your beautiful design(s). Make sure the embroidery unit is connected and the hoop is attached to the embroidery arm. 131
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    Embroidery Stitch-Out - Overview Embroidery Stitch-Out 1. Help Center 2. Sign in to mySewnet™ cloud 132 3. WiFi signal strength 4. Information
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    Embroidery Stitch-Out Settings Embroidery Stitch-Out Settings are automatically opened when entering Embroidery Stitch-Out. Before starting to embroider, review the Embroidery in embroidery. Your creative icon™ embroidery results. Some specific specialty techniques and/or accessories do not support
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    Stitch-Out can be adjusted for improved performance when using different weights of material and/or embroidery threads. Note: The embroidery foot will be reset to Dynamic Spring Foot 6D at the start of a new project or start of a new embroidery session from the start page. Make sure you attach
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    Thread Metering is the recommended setting for embroidery except when using certain optional accessories or special techniques which may require the creative™ Grand Dream Hoop 360x350 is chosen in the Hoop Options in Embroidery Edit. If you want to embroider all designs on one side of the creative™
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    Basting provides support for stretchy fabrics. The Basting options are set in the Stitch-Out Settings window that opens when entering Embroidery StitchOut. You can also select Basting in the Color Block List, by touching the Basting Options icon. Select Baste
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    your design contains color blocks in different shades of the same color, especially if they are close to or overlapping each other. Ghost Mode Embroidery Stitch-Out Color Block Sort Color Block Sort intelligently sorts all color blocks so that the blocks with the same color will follow each other
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    Embroidery Stitch-Out Note: If the automatic thread cutter and automatic jump stitch trim function is selected in Temporary Embroidery Settings the jump stitches will still be trimmed between the color blocks. 138
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    the slash shows the total number of stitches in the current color block. Number of Stitches in Embroidery Combination The current stitch position in embroidery combination is shown next to the butterfly icon. The number after the slash shows the total number of stitches in the design or combination
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    is in park position when in Embroidery Edit or Sewing Mode. Trim Position Trim position will move the hoop towards you, making it easier to trim threads and fabric for specialty techniques. Center Position When you need to remove the hoop, e.g. when changing a bobbin, touch the Center Position. This
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    the stitches in the embroidery area. Go to Stitch To go to a particular stitch within the color block, touch the Step Stitch-by-Stitch icon. A keypad will open or not in the Embroidery Settings. Use the controls to adjust the balance between upper thread and bobbin thread, e.g. when embroidering
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    be useful when you want to embroider a design to exactly match a specific spot on your project or next to a previously embroidered design. Embroidery Stitch-Out 1. Precise Positioning Window 2. Zoom to All 3. Zoom to Hoop 4. Zoom to Cursor 5. Zoom Slider 6. Settings 7. Select a Locking Point on
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    to be in your design. Fine tune with the arrows in the control wheel. Use Zoom to Cursor to maximize the zoom and pan the embroidery area for exact position of the cursor. 4. Rotate Design on Fabric Touch number 4. The touch function rotate is automatically selected. Touch and move using your
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    using Zoom to Cursor it will maximize the zoom and pan the embroidery area so the cursor position is centered on the screen. Set field by touching each of the four corner icons. Find the center of the design by touching the Set Cursor Point Center icon. Zoom to Cursor Embroidery Stitch-Out 144
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    Note: You can only have one Current State at a time. Auto Save When embroidering, your creative icon™ machine will continuously and automatically save your ongoing work, including the current stitch, current embroidery, current stitch position and settings. If there is a power outage when you are in
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    and displayed on the screen, the machine will not embroider. You must change the hoop to the one displayed on the screen or return to Embroidery Edit and select the hoop to match the attached hoop. The hoop needs to be inserted properly for the machine to detect it. Slide the
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    Embroidery Stitch-Out Bobbin Thread Low When the bobbin thread is running low, a pop-up message appears giving you advance notice that you will soon need to change the bobbin. This gives you an opportunity to plan when you want to change your bobbin. It is possible to embroider until the thread has
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    and then stop so you can cut the thread tail. Note: When Automatic Thread Cutter and Automatic Jump Stitch Trim function is selected in Temporary Embroidery Settings, the thread will be cut automatically and no cut thread tail pop-up will be shown. Simply remove the thread tail that has been
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    and felting designs are marked with a felting needle symbol in the creative icon™ embroidery collection. Note: Cutwork designs can also be stitched out without using the cutwork needles. The cutwork area will then have to be cut manually and the color block for the cutwork needle in the color block
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    Shape Creator 10 Shape Creator Shape Creator - Introduction Shaping is a unique way to use your beautiful built-in decorative stitches, sequences or even embroidery designs to form new shapes. 150
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    Shape Creator - Overview Shape Creator 1. Help Center 2. mySewnet™ cloud 3. WiFi Signal Strength 4. Rotate Handle 5. Scale Handles 6. Control Points 151
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    7. Control Points 8. Shape Line 9. Edit 10. Settings 11. OK 12. Full Screen View 13. Positioning 14. mySewnet™ cloud folder 15. Load Stitch 16. Load Design 17. Load Letter Shape 18. Load Shape 19. Menu Panel 20. Quick Help 21. Main Menu Shape Creator 152
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    Shape Creator Getting Started with Shape Creator Touch Shape Creator in Embroidery Edit to enter the Shape Creator. Open the Shape Menu to load a new shape or open the Letter Shape Menu to load a Letter Shape. Load a
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    Load a Stitch Touch Load Stitch to select a desired stitch to your shape. The stitches will be placed along the baseline in the order that they are loaded. Read about how to add more designs/stitches onto your shape in two different ways with the Combination Repeat/Duplicate Last function. Note:
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    in the center of the Control Wheel and use the arrows to adjust the rotation of the selected shape. Each touch on the 90 degrees icon rotates the selected shape 90 degrees clockwise. The number above the arrows shows, in degrees, the current rotation angle. Rotate 90 Degrees Shape Creator 155
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    the Scale icon and use the icon to add designs/ stitches to the shape in the same order as the ones already loaded. Touch between the - and + to open a keypad to set the number of designs/stitches you want to add and touch OK. Touch OK in the Shape Creator window to load the design to Embroidery
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    Set Number of Designs/Stitches If you want to enter the total number of designs/ Stitches you want in your shape, touch in the number area between the - and + to open a keypad. Enter the number of designs/stitches you want to add and touch OK. Zoom Options Zoom to All will show all the stitches and
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    Positioning Touch the Positioning icon in Shape Creator, to open the Positioning control window to make adjustments to your shape. Control Points A control point is a point affecting the selected shape.
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    Select Spacing The default setting spaces the objects evenly along the baseline (placing the same distance between each). You can select how to place the designs on the baseline. The gap between the objects can be increased or decreased by using the slider. The actual gap is shown above the slider.
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    & hold to open the Smart Toolbox and select Edit in Shape Creator to enter the Shape Creator again. Shape Creator Exercise 1. Touch Shape Creator in Embroidery Edit to start a new shape. 2. In the Menu Panel, you will find different shapes. Touch a shape to load it. A shape line will be shown on
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    the Appliqué Creator. In your creative icon™ machine there are twenty different autofill stitches to choose when creating the appliqué. You can also choose decorative stitches or mini designs to cover the raw edges of the appliqué. Touch Appliqué Creator in Embroidery Edit to create a new appliqu
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    Appliqué Creator - Overview Appliqué Creator 1. Help Center 2. mySewnet™ cloud 3. WiFi Signal Strength 162 4. Rotate Handle 5. Scale Handles 6. Control Points
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    7. Edit 8. Settings 9. OK 10. Full Screen View 11. Positioning 12. mySewnet™ cloud folder 13. Load Stitch 14. Load Design 15. Load Autofill Stitch 16. Load Letter Shape 17. Load Shape 18. Menu Panel 19. Quick Help 20. Main Menu Appliqué Creator 163
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    Appliqué Creator Getting Started with Appliqué Creator Touch Appliqué Creator in Embroidery Edit to enter the Appliqué Creator. Open the Shape Menu to load a new shape or open the Letter Shape Menu to load a Letter Shape. Load a
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    Appliqué Creator Load a Design Touch Load Design to select a desired design for your shape. The designs will be placed along the baseline in the order that they are loaded. Read about how to add more designs/stitches onto your shape in two different ways with the Combination Repeat/Duplicate Last
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    and move your finger on the screen. You can also touch the Rotate icon in the center of the Control Wheel and use the arrows to adjust the rotation of the selected shape. Each touch on the 90 degrees icon rotates the selected shape 90 degrees clockwise. The number above the arrows shows,
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    of the scale handles in the corners of the shape selection frame and move your finger on the screen. You can also touch the Scale icon and use the arrows to adjust the size of the selected shape. The numbers above the arrows shows current width and height. By default the
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    Repeat icon to add designs/ stitches to the shape in the same order as the ones already loaded. Touch between the - and + to open a keypad to set the number of designs/stitches you want to add and touch OK. Touch OK in the Shape Creator window to load the design to Embroidery
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    Appliqué Creator Positioning Touch the Positioning icon, in Shape Creator to open the Positioning control window to make adjustments to your shape. Control Points A control point is a point affecting the selected shape.
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    Appliqué Creator The default setting spaces the objects evenly along the baseline (placing the same distance between each). You can select left or right justification on the baseline. The gap between the objects can be increased or decreased by using the slider. The actual gap is shown above the
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    placed parallel to the baseline or to keep the current angle. The setting affects all objects on the shape. Flip Stitch Touch the Flip icon to flip the direction of your selected stitch. This function is available when you have selected an Autofill Stitch. 1. Up Right 2. Curved Appliqué Creator
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    to open the Smart Toolbox and select Edit in Appliqué Creator to enter the Appliqué Creator again. Create Appliqué Exercise 1. Touch Appliqué Creator in Embroidery Edit to start a new appliqué. In the Menu Panel, you will find different shapes, letters and numbers to choose from when creating your
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    Appliqué Creator Appliqué Stitch-Out 1. The first color block will sew a straight stitch outline on the base fabric to show where the appliqué will be sewn. 2. Place your appliqué fabric over the outline stitch on the base fabric. Make sure that your appliqué fabric covers the outline. 3. The
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    Sequence Creator 12 Sequence Creator Sequence Creator - Introduction In Sequence Creator, you can create and adjust a sequence of stitches. Combine various 9mm stitches, side-motion stitches and stitch fonts from the machine, the mySewnet™ cloud or from a USB device. Stitches made in Stitch Creator
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    Sequence Creator - Overview Sequence Creator 1. Sign in to mySewnet™ cloud 2. WiFi signal strength 3. Length of Sequence 4. Step Between Stitches 5. Stitch Settings Window 6. Stitch Width 175
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    7. Stitch Length 8. Stitch Settings 9. Keyboard 10. Cancel 11. OK 12. Full Screen View 13. True Size 14. Duplicate 15. Delete 16. Mirror End to End 17. Mirror Side to Side 18. Directional Stitches 19. Sequence Commands 20. Load from mySewnet™ cloud Folder 21. Load Font 22. Load Stitch 23. Menu
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    Sequence Creator Getting Started with Sequence Creator To start creating a sequence, select a desired stitch in the Menu Panel and add it to the sequence. To create a sequence from letters, select a desired font in the Menu Panel and load it to the sequence. The active position is marked by a
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    the whole sequence. Duplicate a Stitch or Letter To duplicate a stitch, move the cursor to the stitch you want to duplicate. Touch the Duplicate icon to copy the selected stitch. Note: Make your adjustments on the stitch before duplicating and the copied stitch includes the adjustments. Touch & hold
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    angles. Touch the Directional Field to select which angle you want to insert a stitch. When the intended angle is selected, touch the insert icon and one stitch will be inserted in the sequence at the cursor position. The Directional Stitch can be deleted, duplicated or mirrored without closing the
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    Tie-Off commands anywhere in the sequence. Note: If creating a sequence in embroidery mode, Tie-Off at the beginning and end will be added automatically, an icon will be added into the sequence. This confirms that the command is inserted and it also shows where the command will be performed in
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    to toggle between showing the files in a list or as thumbnail icons. In List View each file is shown with the file name and have opened Sequence Creator in Embroidery Edit, touching OK will load your sequence to Embroidery Edit. Note: A sequence created in embroidery mode will be loaded and saved
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    Edit you can make changes to your sequence just like when editing a design by touching the Edit icon and/or Stitch Edit icon. If you want to edit a sequence loaded to Embroidery Edit touch the sequence and the Sequence Creator will be highlighted. Touch to open Sequence Creator again. Make
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    Sequence Creator Pop-up Messages in Sequence Creator Stitch Cannot be Added in Sequence Some stitches are not possible to insert in a stitch sequence, for example buttonholes and special stitch menus such as 4-Way stitches. Maximum Number of Stitches Has Been Reached The stitch you are trying to
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    stitch can be saved to the mySewnet™ cloud folder or to a USB device. Stitch Creator™ feature can be used in both Sewing Mode and in Embroidery Edit. To open, just touch the Stitch Creator™ feature
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    Stitch Creator™ Feature - Overview Stitch Creator™ Feature 1. WiFi Connection 2. mySewnet™ cloud 3. Multi-Select 4. Select All 5. Arrows (shows current stitch) 6. Preview 185
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    mark the previous or next stitch point in your stitch, touch the Multi Select icon and use the arrows. The current stitch position is shown between the arrows. To select all stitch points at the same time, touch the Select All icon. If the icon is green, it means that it is activated, and if it is
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    Select All To select all stitch points at the same time, touch the Select All icon. To deselect all, touch the icon again. If the icon is green, it means that it is activated, and if it is white it is deactivated. Preview When making a stitch in Stitch Creator™ a preview of
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    or Stitch Point You can also add an existing stitch from the stitch selection shortcut in the menu bar or the Selection Menu. Touch the icon to insert one single stitch point. The two stitch points will create a new stitch. Duplicate Selected Stitch Point If you want to duplicate a stitch point
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    stitch can be saved to the mySewnet™ cloud folder or to a USB device. See Save Stitch for more information. Touch OK to confirm. Embroidery Edit In Embroidery Edit the stitch is saved as a design. Touch Save (X) and select mySewnet™ cloud folder or a USB device. Using Created Stitches in Sewing and
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    Stitch Creator™ Feature Pop-up Messages in Stitch Creator™ Feature Not an Editable Stitch Some stitches are not available to edit in Stitch Creator™ feature. Buttonholes, stitches wider than 9mm and four direction stitches cannot be opened in Stitch Creator™ feature. Sequence Out of Range Your
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    you will find information on how to use your creative icon™ machine and learn more about its features. Help Center - Overview 1. Help Center Window 2. User's Guide 3. Getting Started 4. Techniques and Tutorials 5. Stabilizer Guide 6. mySewnet™ 7. WiFi Settings 8. Quick Help 9. Return to Previous
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    . Here you will find information about how to operate your creative icon™ machine and what the different features of the machine are. You can see the User's Guide by Index or by looking in the Category. The category option shows the help topics divided into categories following the structure of the
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    Viewer will open with Step-by-Step instructions and animations. • Threading the Upper Thread • Automatic Needle Threader • Engage/Disengage the IDT™ System • Bobbin Winding • Bobbin Winding Through Needle • Inserting the Bobbin • Attach/Remove the Embroidery Unit • Hoop Fabric and Stabilizer • Slide
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    woven medium fabric. Sewing Techniques In this section you will find tutorials about how to sew different kinds of sewing techniques such as the exclusive sewing techniques etc. In each project you will find an instruction with images and/or animations. The stitches needed for the chosen technique
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    Embroidery Techniques In this section you will find tutorials about how to sew different kinds of embroidery techniques such as cutwork embroidery, free standing embroidery etc. In each project you will find Step-by-Step instructions 1. Stabilizer Guides 2. mySewnet™ 3. WiFi Settings 4.
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    one of the A icons. There are two tabs that you can toggle between, Instruction and Content. The Instruction tab contains all instructions, images and animations that you need to see to be able to do the project. In the content tab you will find the stitches and/or embroideries you need for the
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    Slider to move forwards or backwards in the animation. Touch & hold on Rewind to start the animation from the beginning. Touch the Chapter /Section icon to toggle between seeing the entire video or current chapter. Close the animation by touching the X. You can also touch outside the video player
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    font files and stitch files. Store your saved files in the mySewnet™ cloud folder or to a USB device connected to your creative icon™ machine. File Manager - Overview 1. Return To Previous Window 2. Quick Help 3. WiFi Signal Strength 4. mySewnet™ cloud folder 5. Selection Area 6. File Information
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    Formats Your creative icon™ machine can load the following file formats: • .VP3, .SHV, .DHV, .VIP, .HUS, .PEC, .PES, .PCS, .XXX, .SEW, .JEF, .EXP, .10* and .DST (embroidery files) • .SPX (stitch file) • .VF3 (embroidery font file) • .JOS (project files) Note: Some versions of the embroidery files
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    open it. Organize Below are instructions on how to organize your files in File Manager. Create New Folder Touch the create new folder icon to create a new folder in folder, touch to select it and then touch the rename file or folder icon. A pop-up message opens where you can enter the new name for
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    to move file(s) or folder(s) to another location. Select the file(s) or folder(s) and then touch the cut icon. Open the folder where you want to place the selection. Touch the paste icon. The file(s) or folder(s) is removed from its original location and now stored in the new folder. Note: Activate
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    File or Folder To delete a file or folder, select it and touch the delete icon. A pop-up message will appear so that you can confirm the deletion. If all files and folders shown in the active folder, touch & hold the delete icon for a few seconds. A popup message will appear so that you can confirm
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    File Manager Not Enough Available Memory When only a small amount of space is left, your machine will alert you one time. If you continue to fill the space, it will not remind you again, until the space is completely full. Move your files to a USB device by using the cut and paste functions to free
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    area. The dust and lint will be blown into your machine. Note: When using the optional accessory PFAFF® Embroidery Cutwork Needles or PFAFF® Felting Embroidery Set, it is necessary to clean the bobbin area after each embroidered design/project. Note: Regularly clean the lint and threads from the
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    PFAFF® retailer who will be happy to help you. Note: For problems with the firmware, such as WiFi connection and mySewnet™ services, please refer to the troubleshooting section in the built-in user's guide. General Problems Bobbin Use only accessories designed for your creative icon™ machine.
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    something snagging on it during sewing or embroidery. Touch OK to calibrate the needle go to manual cleaning. A new pop-up message with further instructions will appear. If you cannot identify the problem or local authorized service center. Contact your authorized PFAFF® retailer for service. Pop
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    an authorized PFAFF® retailer. Attach problem is solved. Bobbin Thread Breaks Is the correct bobbin used? Did you insert the bobbin properly? Is the needle plate hole damaged? Is the bobbin area full of lint? Is the bobbin wound correctly? Use only bobbins especially designed for the creative icon
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    needle used? Check bobbin winding. Insert a proper embroidery unit is properly attached into the socket. Slide on the correct hoop. Service Have your sewing machine serviced regularly by your local authorized retailer! If you have followed this troubleshooting information and still have problems
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    than words and help your technician diagnose the problem. Non-Original Parts and Accessories The warranty does not cover any defect or damage caused by use of non-original accessories or parts. Technical specification creative icon™ machine Rated voltage Nominal consumption Light Sewing speed
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    and the assortment of accessories without prior notice, or make modifications to the performance or design. Such modifications, however, will always be to the benefit of the user and the product. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY CREATIVE, CREATIVE ICON, IDT, MYSEWNET, PFAFF, and PERFECTION STARTS HERE
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