Pfaff powerquilter p3 Manual - Page 22

Routine Cleaning and Oiling Routine cleaning and oiling is very important to the longevity of your quilting machine. Brush out the lint from around the hook and foot. We recommend changing your needle every 8 hours of use. A worn needle can cause skipped stitches, shredded thread and poor stitch quality. Lint has a tendency to build up in the bobbin case. A tiny amount of lint can cause poor stitch quality. Check the bobbin case every time you change the bobbin to keep it clean. We suggest using a soft bristle brush to wipe out the bobbin case and the bobbin area. We do not recommend using canned air, as it only blows the lint around. By using a soft bristle brush you collect the dust on the brush. Keep your table clean of dust and oil. Clean the track and carriage wheels regularly with a soft cloth to ensure smooth movement. Oiling is extremely important to the longevity of your quilting machine. Failure to oil your machine regularly can void your warranty. Recommended oiling: After every finished quilt place 3 to 4 drops of oil in the hole on the top of the machine indicated with a red circle (fig. 27). The other location is the oil dip stick found on the bed of the machine (fig. 28) near the needle area. Remove the dipstick, make sure oil is present on the dip stick. If not add 3-4 drops of oil where you pulled the dip stick out (fig. 29) Insert the dipstick, remove and check for oil on the dipstick. Repeat with 3-4 drops of oil until it shows on the dipstick. Run the machine to lubricate. Use a clear high grade sewing machine oil. Fig. 27 Fig. 28 Fig. 29 22