Pfaff 3734 - 2/01 Manuale utente

3734-2/01
296-12-18 352/002
Betriebsanleitung engl. 09.2000
Instruction Manual
This instruction manual applies to machines from the
following serial numbers onwards:
# 2207198

Thereprinting,copyingortranslationofPFAFFInstructionManuals,whetherinwholeorin
part,isonlypermittedwithourprevious authorisation andwithwrittenreference to the
source.
G.M. PFAFF KAISERSLAUTERN
INDUSTRIEMASCHINEN AG
Postfach 3020
D-67653 Kaiserslautern
Königstr. 154
D-67655 Kaiserslautern
Redaktion / Illustration
VTD GmbH
D-77901 Lahr

Contents
Contents ...............................................................................Chapter - Page
1Safety......................................................................................................................... 1 - 1
1.01 Directives ................................................................................................................... 1 - 1
1.02 Generalnotesonsafety.............................................................................................. 1 - 1
1.03 Safety symbols .......................................................................................................... 1 - 2
1.04 Importantpointsfortheuser....................................................................................... 1 - 2
1.05 Operatingandspecialistpersonnel ............................................................................. 1 - 3
1.05.01 Operatingpersonnel.................................................................................................... 1 - 3
1.05.02 Specialistpersonnel.................................................................................................... 1 - 3
1.06 Danger ........................................................................................................................ 1 - 4
2Properuse................................................................................................................. 2 - 1
3Specifications ........................................................................................................... 3 - 1
3.01 PFAFF3734-2/01 ........................................................................................................ 3 - 1
3.02 Model,needlesandthreads........................................................................................ 3 - 1
4Disposal of machines............................................................................................... 4 - 1
5Transportpackaging and storage............................................................................ 5 - 1
5.01 Transporttothecustomer’spremises ........................................................................ 5 - 1
5.02 Transportwithinthecustomer’spremises.................................................................. 5 - 1
5.03 Disposal of the packaging........................................................................................... 5 - 1
5.04 Storage ....................................................................................................................... 5 - 1
6Explanationofthesymbols ..................................................................................... 6- 1
7Controls..................................................................................................................... 7 - 1
7.01 On/offswitch.............................................................................................................. 7 -1
7.02 Pedal .......................................................................................................................... 7 - 1
7.03 Kneeswitch ............................................................................................................... 7 - 2
7.04 Leverforliftingtherollerpresser................................................................................. 7 - 2
7.05 Controlpanel .............................................................................................................. 7 -3
7.05.01 Displays on the screen ............................................................................................... 7 - 3
7.05.02 Keyfunctions.............................................................................................................. 7 - 3
8Mounting and commissioning the machine ........................................................... 8 - 1
8.01 Mounting .................................................................................................................... 8 - 1
8.01.01 Adjustingthetable-topheight ..................................................................................... 8 - 1
8.01.02 Fittingthe tilt lock ....................................................................................................... 8 - 2
8.01.03 AdjustingtheV-belttension ........................................................................................ 8 - 2
8.01.04 Mountingthesynchronizer.......................................................................................... 8 - 3
8.01.05 Mountingthespoolholder........................................................................................... 8 - 3
8.01.06 Attachingtheearthingwire /connectingtheplugconnections.................................... 8 - 4
8.02 Commissioning .......................................................................................................... 8 - 4
8.03 Switchingthemachineon/off ..................................................................................... 8 - 4

Contents
Contents ...............................................................................Chapter - Page
9Preparation................................................................................................................ 9 - 1
9.01 Insertingtheneedle .................................................................................................... 9 - 1
9.02 Windingthebobbinthread,adjustingthethreadtension ............................................. 9 - 2
9.03 Removing / Inserting the bobbin case......................................................................... 9 - 3
9.04 Threadingthe bobbincase /Adjusting thebobbin threadtension ................................ 9 - 4
9.05 Threadingtheneedlethread/adjustingtheneedlethreadtension............................... 9 - 5
9.06 Settingthestitch length /fullness............................................................................... 9 - 6
9.06.01 Enteringthestandardstitchlength /fullness .............................................................. 9 - 6
9.06.02 Entering a second stitch length / fullness ................................................................... 9 - 6
9.06.03 Enteringthefullnessrangeforpedaladjustment......................................................... 9 - 7
9.07 Entering/adjustingthecodenumber.......................................................................... 9 - 8
10 Sewing .................................................................................................................... 10 - 1
10.01 Applyingfullness ...................................................................................................... 10 - 1
11 Careandmaintenance............................................................................................ 11 - 1
11.01 Cleaning ................................................................................................................... 11 - 1
11.02 Lubricatingthehook ................................................................................................. 11 - 2
11.03 Fillingtheoilreservoir ............................................................................................... 11 - 2
11.04 Lubricatingthebevelgears ....................................................................................... 11 - 3
12 Adjustment.............................................................................................................. 12 - 1
12.01 Notesonadjusting.................................................................................................... 12 - 1
12.02 Tools, gauges and other accessories for adjusting.................................................... 12 - 1
12.03 Abbreviations............................................................................................................ 12 - 1
12.04 Adjusting the basic machine ................................................................................. 12 - 2
12.04.01 Adjustingthesynchronizer........................................................................................ 12 - 2
12.04.02 Positioningtheneedleinthedirectionofsewing....................................................... 12 - 3
12.04.03 Positioningtheneedleacrossthedirectionof sewing............................................... 12 - 4
12.04.04 Preadjustingtheneedleheight .................................................................................. 12 - 5
12.04.05 Needlerise,hook-to-needleclearance,needleheightandneedleguard .................... 12 - 6
12.04.06 Bobbincaseopenerheight ....................................................................................... 12 - 8
12.04.07 Bobbincaseopenerstroke ....................................................................................... 12 - 9
12.04.08 Feedwheelheight .................................................................................................... 12 - 10
12.04.09 Clearancebetweenrollerpresserandfeedwheel..................................................... 12 - 11
12.04.10 Rollerpresser ........................................................................................................... 12 -12
12.04.11 Automaticpresser-footlifter ..................................................................................... 12 - 13
12.04.12 Retainer .................................................................................................................... 12 - 14
12.04.12 Tensionrelease ........................................................................................................ 12 -15
12.04.14 Threadcheckspring ................................................................................................. 12 - 16
12.04.15 Bobbinwinder .......................................................................................................... 12 - 17
12.04.16 Rollerpresserpressure ............................................................................................. 12 - 18
12.04.17 Lockingtheset-valuetransmitter.............................................................................. 12 - 19

Contents
Contents ...............................................................................Chapter - Page
12.05 Adjustingthethreadtrimmer-900/53 .................................................................... 12 - 20
12.05.01 Removing the scissors............................................................................................. 12 - 20
12.05.02 Controlcamto bobbinopener andtripping lever ....................................................... 12 - 21
12.05.03 Radialposition of the tripping lever ........................................................................... 12 - 22
12.05.04 Engagingsolenoid..................................................................................................... 12 - 23
12.05.05 Scissor drive lever .................................................................................................... 12 - 24
12.05.06 Control cams to the bobbin opener and cutter ( adjustment with adjustment gauge ) 12 - 25
12.05.07 Radialposition of the control cam to thebobbin opener
(adjustmentwithoutadjustmentgauge ) ................................................................. 12 - 26
12.05.08 Scissor tripping-lever in relation to the control cam of the scissor............................. 12 - 27
12.05.09 Control cam to cutter ( adjustment without adjustment gauge ) ............................... 12 - 28
12.05.10 Scissorreturnlever................................................................................................... 12 - 29
12.05.11 Scissorreturncontrol................................................................................................ 12 - 30
12.05.12 Installing the scissor................................................................................................. 12 - 31
12.05.12 Eccentricsleeve ....................................................................................................... 12 - 32
12.05.14 Scissor drive bar....................................................................................................... 12 - 33
12.05.15 Scissorfunctiontest ................................................................................................. 12 - 34
12.06 Tensionunitcontrol .................................................................................................. 12 - 36
12.07 Parametersettings ................................................................................................... 12 - 38
12.08 Errormessages ........................................................................................................ 12 - 40
12.09 Carry out cold start ................................................................................................... 12 - 41
13.01 Wearingparts ........................................................................................................... 13 - 1

Safety
1 - 1
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, observe also 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 organisations 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, or 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! Exceptions to this are only to be 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!
●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 shall not be liable for any damage which may be caused by non-original parts.

Safety
1 - 2
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 a component 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 at your PFAFF agent.
I
Caution
Do not operate without finger guard and safety devices.
Before threading, changing bobbin and needle, cleaning
etc. switch off main switch.

Safety
1 - 3
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 taking care of faults arising in the sewing area.
The operating personnel is obliged to observe the following points and must:
●always observe the Notes on Safety in the Instruction Manual!
●never use any working methods which could limit the level of safety in using the
machine!
●not wear loose-fitting clothing or jewellery 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!
●never work on parts which are still connected to the power supply! Exceptions are
contained only in the regulations EN 50110.
●replace the protective coverings and close the electrical control box after all repairs or
maintenance work!

Safety
1 - 4
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 or in the needle plate area while adjusting the
machine settings! Objects can become trapped or be slung away! Danger of
injury!
Do not operate the machine without support 1!
Danger due to top-heavy sewing head!
Machine can tip over backwards when tilted!
Do not operate the machine without its take-up-lever guard 2!
Danger of injury due to the motion of the take-up lever!
Do not operate the machine without belt guards 3!
Danger of injury by the moving V-belt!
Do not operate the machine without tilt lock 4!
Danger of crushing between sewing head and table top!
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3
Fig. 1 - 01
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Proper use
2 Proper use
The PFAFF 3734-2/01 is a high-speed, single needle, postbed sewing machine (post to the
right of the needle) with forwards and reverse feeding feed-wheel
and roller presser.
This machine is used for sewing lockstitch seams in the clothing industry.
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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