Pfaff hobby 1016 is a well-equipped sewing machine that is perfect for beginners and experienced sewers alike. It features a variety of stitches, including straight stitch, zigzag stitch, elastic stitch, and buttonhole stitch. The Pfaff hobby 1016 also has a number of features that make sewing easier, such as a built-in needle threader, a free arm for sewing cuffs and sleeves, and a bright sewing light. With its sturdy construction and easy-to-use features, the Pfaff hobby 1016 is a great choice for anyone who loves to sew.
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Parts
of
the
sewing
machine
hobby
1016
1
Thread
guide
2
Bobbin
winder
tension
3
Needle
thread
tension
4
Adjustment
field
5
Spool
holder
6
Bobbin
winder
7
Handwheel
8
Stitch
pattern
chart
with
presser
foot
9
Pattern
adjustment
button
10
Reverse
key
11
Connection
bushing
12
Master
switch
13
Detachable
work
support
with
accessory
box
14
Needle
plate
15
Thread
guide
16
Thread
guide
17
Thread
cutter
18
Threading
slot
19
Hook
cover
(enclosing
sewing
hook)
20
Presser
foot
holder
with
presser
foot
21
Free-arm
22
Feed
dog
23
Needle
holder
with
fixing
screw
25
Thread
guide
26
Presser
bar
lifter
27
Sewing
lamp
(max.
15
W)
28
Take-up
lever
29
Carrying
handle
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Sewing
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fun
Congratulations!
You
have
bought
a
quality
product
made
by
Pfaff
which
is
sure
to
bring
you
countless
hours
of
sewing
pleasure.
Your
new
sewmg
machThe
features
the
very
latest
in
design
and
technology.
Furthermore,
it
has
numerous
practical
features
which
will
make
sewing
much
easier
for
you.
Your
sewing
mach
The
is
as
simple
to
operate
as
this
instruction
manual
is
to
follow.
Before
you
start
sew
Thg,
please
take
the
time
to
read
these
instructions
carefully.
It
is
certainly
time
well
spent,
and
is
the
best
way
to
find
out
just
what
your
machine
can
do
and
make
full
use
of
all
its
features.
If
you
have
any
further
questions,
just
ask
your
Pfaff
dealer,
who
will
be
happy
to
assist
you
with
help
or
advice.
We
wish
you
many
enjoyable
hours
creatmg
your
very
own
fashion
ideas.
IMPORTANT
SAFETY
NSTRUCTONS
For
the
United
States
only
This
sewing
machine
is
designed
and
manufactured
for
HOUSEHOLD
use
only.
When
you
use
an
electric
appliance,
the
following
basic
safety
precautions
should
always
be
adhered
to:
Read
all
instructions
before
using
this
sewing
machine.
DANGER
To
reduce
the
risk
of
electric
shock:
1
The
sewing
machine
should
never
be
left
unattended
when
plugged
in.
Always
unplug
this
appliance
from
the
electric
outlet
immediately
after
using
and
before
cleaning.
2.
Always
unplug
before
replacing
sewing
light
bulb.
Replace
bulb
with
same
type
rated
5
Watts.
3.
Do
not
reach
for
a
sewing
machine
that
has
fallen
into
water.
Unplug
immediately.
4.
Do
not
place
or
store
a
sewing
machine
where
it
can
fall
or
be
pulled
into
a
tub
or
sink.
Do
not
place
in
or
drop
into
water
or
other
liquid.
WAR
NNG
To
reduce
the
risk
of
burns,
fire,
electric
shock,
or
injury
to
persons:
1.
Do
not
allow
to
be
used
as
a
toy.
Great
care
is
necessary
when
this
sewing
machine
is
used
by
or
near
children.
2.
Only
use
this
sewing
machine
for
its
intended
purpose
as
described
in
this
manual.
Only
use
attachments
recommended
by
the
manufacturer
as
contained
in
this
manual
3.
Never
operate
this
sewing
machine
if
it
has
a
damaged
cord
or
plug,
if
it
is
not
working
properly,
it
it
has
been
dropped
or
damaged,
or
dropped
into
water.
Return
the
appliance
to
the
nearest
authorized
dealer
or
service
center
for
examination
repair
electrical
or
mechanical
adjustment.
4.
Never
operate
the
sewing
machine
with
any
air
openings
blocked.
Keep
ventilation
openings
of
the
sewing
machine
and
foot
control
free
from
the
accumulation
of
lint
dust
and
loose
cloth
5.
Never
drop
or
insert
anything
into
any
opening.
6.
Do
not
use
out
of
doors.
7.
Do
not
operate
where
aerosol
(spray)
products
are
being
used
or
where
oxygen
is
being
administered.
8
To
disconnect
turn
all
controls
to
off
(
0
)
position
then
remove
plug
from
socket
9.
Never
operate
on
a
soft
surface
such
as
a
bed
or
couch
where
the
air
openings
may
be
blocked.
10.
Do
not
unplug
by
pulling
on
cord.
To
unplug.
hold
the
plug,
not
the
cord.
11
Keep
fingers
away
from
all
moving
parts
Special
care
is
required
around
the
sewing
machine
needle.
12.
Always
use
the
proper
needle
plate.
The
wrong
plate
can
cause
the
needle
to
break.
13.
Do
not
use
bent
or
blunt
needles.
Only
use
needles
recommended
by
the
manufacturer.
14.
Do
not
pull
or
push
fabric
while
stitching.
It
may
deflect
the
needle,
causing
if
to
break.
15.
Switch
the
sewing
machine
off
(0”)
when
making
any
adjustments
in
the
needle
area,
such
as
threading
needle,
changing
needle,
threading
bobbin,
or
changing
presser
foot,
etc.
16.
Always
unplug
sewing
machine
from
the
electric
outlet
when
removing
covers,
lubricating,
or
when
making
any
other
user
servicing
adjustments
mentioned
in
the
instruction
manual,
Please
also
observe
the
general
safety
notes
on
Page
3.
KEEP
THESE
NSTRUCTONS
N
A
SAFE
PLACE
Notes
on
safety
for
domestic
sewing
machines
The
machines
meet
the
relevant
safety
Environment
requirements.
The
recommended
environment
is:
1.
The
user
must
exercise
adequate
caution
Ambient
temperature
50°F
(10°C)
to
104°F
with
regard
to
the
up-and-down
movement
(40°C)
of
the
needle
and
constantly
observe
the
Humidity:
20%
to
80%
Storage
temperature
-
sewing
area
during
work.
13°F
(-
25°C)
to
+140°F
(60°C).
2.
When
leaving
the
machine,
during
mainte-
The
machine
is
insensitive
to
interference,
but
it
nance
work
or
when
changing
mechanical
should
not
be
used
in
the
direct
vicinity
of
elec
parts
or
accessories,
always
disconnect
the
tronic
appliances
such
as
radios,
televisions,
machine
from
the
main
power
by
unplug-
personal
computers,
radio
transmitters,
etc.
ging
the
lead
cord
from
the
wall
outlet,
3.
The
maximum
permissible
wattage
for
the
This
machine
is
a
high
quality
electronic-
sewing
lamp
is
15
watts.
mechanical
appliance,
It
is
a
machine
for
su
4.
An
authorized
PFAFF
mechanic
only
must
pervised
use
in
the
home.
It
should
be
operated
adjust
the
tension
of
the
belt
drive,
in
such
a
way
that
it
is
not
subjected
to:
dust,
5.
The
machine
must
be
put
into
operation
ac-
severe
dampness,
direct
sunlight,
static
elec
cording
to
the
indications
on
the
specifica-
tricity,
heat-producing
oblects,
corrosive
chemi
tion
plate.
cals
or
liquids.
6
Do
not
insert
any
oblects
into
openings
on
For
ventilation
purposes
the
machine
must
be
the
machine,
used
on
an
unobstructed,
solid,
level
surface.
7.
Do
not
use
the
machine
if:
•
there
is
visible
damage
Treatment
its’
functioning
is
disturbed,
Always
avoid
damage
to
the
machine
by
pro-
•
it
is
wet,
i.e.
condensation
which
can
oc-
tecting
it
against
hitting
or
dropping.
cur
when
a
cold
machine
is
installed
in
a
warm
room.
Cleaning
8.
To
unplug
lead
cord
from
wall
socket,
grasp
the
plug
close
to
the
wall.
Do
not
pull
the
Housing:
main
plug
out
of
the
wall
socket
by
the
cord.
For
cleaning
the
housing
use
a
dry,
clean.
soft
9
If
the
appliance
is
used
for
the
wrong
pur-
lint-free
cloth.
To
remove
any
stubborn
dirt,
use
pose
or
incorrectly
operated,
no
liability
can
a
soft
cloth
with
alcohol,
be
accepted
for
any
possible
damage.
10.
To
avoid
the
risk
of
electric
shock,
do
not
Please
note!
open
the
machine
There
are
no
parts
in
Do
not
use
any
insecticides
or
chemical
pro
side
the
machine
that
the
user
can
repair.
ducts
such
as
petrol
(gas)
or
low-viscosity
che
This
is
solely
the
responsibility
of
our
quail-
micals
for
cleaning
the
housing.
fled
service
staff.
11
Be
sure
to
use
only
PFAFF
original
parts
12.
The
machine
is
designated
for
a
mains
supply
with
a
nominal
voltage
of
+1-
10%
and
a
rated
frequency
of
1-
4
%.
13.
When
used
properly,
the
temperature
of
the
outer
components
of
a
non-electroni
cally
controlled
foot
control
can
reach
up
to
85°C.
Constant
use
at
a
low
speed
is
therefore
not
permitted
in
order
to
avoid
damage.
14.
According
to
the
laws
concerning
electro
magnetic
compatibility,
no
liability
can
be
accepted
for
any
mains
interruptions
cau
sed,
should
the
mains
power
line
be
chan
ged
or
should
changes
be
made
to
it.
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Index
A
F
Accessories
and
needles
41
Feed
dog,
lowering
18
Accessory
compartment
9
Felling
foot
45
Foot
control
8
Free
arm
9
B
Bias
tape
binder
44
Bobbin
case
12-13
G
Bobbin
thread
tension
13
Gathering
with
the
straight
stitch
30
Buttonholes
26-27
General
sewing
aids
22
Buttons
24
H
C
Handwheel.
releasing
10
Changing
the
needle
18
Hemming
with
the
twin
needle
28
Changing
the
sewing
lamp
51
Hook,
removing
50
Cleaning
and
oiling
50
Control
panel
19
Cording
foot
45
K
Knit-edge
foot
46
D
Darning
31
L
Detachable
work
support
9
Lace-work
35
Drawing
up
the
bobbin
thread
16
Linen
buttonhole
27
Linen
buttonhole
with
gimp
thread
27
E
Edge
guide
22
M
Elastic
stitch
25
Maintenance
49
Electrical
connection
8
Master
switch
8
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N
Setting
utility
stitches
20
Needle
charts
47-48
Sewing
feet
(normal
accessories)
42
Needle
plate,
removing
51
Sewing
feet
(special
accessories)
43
Needle
thread
tension
22
Sewing
lamp
51
Sewing
on
patches
31
Sewing
problems
and
their
solutions
52
O
Shell
edging
36
Oiling
the
machine
50
Smocking
29
Optional
accessories
Special
accessories
chart
43
Spool
placement
10
Stitch
chart
6
p
Straight
stitch
23
Patchwork
quilt
39-40
Practical
sewing
21
Presser
bar
lifter
15
T
Thread
cutter
16
Thread
tension
12
o
Threading
14-15
Quilt
and
patchwork
foot
46
Threading
the
needle
thread
14
Topstitching
22
Traditional
embroidery
techniques
37
R
Troubleshooting
52
Repairing
tears
31
Twin
needle
28
Reverse
sewing
20
Richelieu
38
Roll
hemming
34
W
Ruffler
44
Winding
the
bobbin
10-11
S
z
Safety
notes
2
Zigzag
stitch
23
Serging
with
the
zigzag
stitch
23
Zippers
32-33
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Stitch
chart
Program
Name
Application
1
3
Buttonhole
A
3
A
42
A
1
Standard
buttonhole
for
e.g.
blouses
2
and
bed
linen
B
Straight
stitch
For
all
straight
stitch
needle
position
middle
and
lockstitch,
stitch
length
1
mm
Straight
stitch
For
all
straight
stitch
needle
position
middle
and
lockstitch,
stitch
length
2
mm
83
9
Straight
stitch
For
all
straight
stitch
needle
position
middle
and
lockstitch,
stitch
length
4
mm
C,
-“-“--“
Zigzag-
stitch
For
serging
and
appliqué,
stitch
width
2
mm
C
Zigzag
stitch
For
serging
and
appliqué,
stitch
width
4
mm
C
3
Zigzag
stitch
For
serging
and
appliqué,
stitch
width
5
mm
D
,.
,.
Elastic
stitch
For
stitching
on
elastic
band,
darning
tears
and
patches
Operating
the
machine
Bobbin
winding
10-11
Bobbin
case
12-13
Bobbin
thread
tension
13
Changing
the
needle
18
Changing
the
presser
foot
17
Control
panel
19
Detachable
work
support
9
Drawing
up
the
bobbin
thread
16
Electrical
connection
8
Free
arm
9
Lowering
the
feed
dog
18
Needle
thread
tension
18
Presser
bar
lifter
15
Reverse
serging
20
Setting
the
utility
stitches
20
Threading
the
needle
thread
14-15
Thread
cutter
16
Operating
the
machine
Carrying
handle
Lift
up
the
carrying
handle
of
the
sewing
machine
from
behind.
Electrical
connection
Connect
the
plug
of
the
foot
pedal
to
the
connection
bushing
(11)
on
the
sew
ing
machine
and
the
electrical
socket.
The
sewing
speed
is
regulated
by
press
ing
the
foot
pedal.
For
this
sewing
ma
chine
has
to
be
used
foot
controller
YC-482
or
TJC-1
50.
Master
switch
The
sewing
lamp
lights
up
when
the
mas
ter
switch
(12)
is
turned
on.
The
machine
is
now
ready
to
sew.
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220
V
8
Operating
the
machine
Removing
the
detachable
work
support
I
free
arm
In
order
to
be
able
to
sew
with
the
tree
arm,
you
must
swing
the
detachable
work
support
(13>
to
the
left
and
lift
it
out
of
the
hole.
When
inserting
the
detachable
work
sup
port,
make
sure
that
it
is
flush
with
the
free
arm
of
the
sewing
machine.
)
Accessory
compartment
Organizing
the
accessories
The
accessory
compartment
is
found
un-
Place
the
enclosed
accessories
into
the
derneath
the
detachable
work
support
accessory
compartment.
(13),
that
has
to
be
opened.
Inserting
the
detachable
work
support
Push
the
pins
of
the
detachable
work
sup
port
(13)
from
the
left
fully
into
the
holes
provided.
9
Operating
the
rncwhine
Preparing
the
machine
for
bobbin
winding
Pull
the
handwheel
(7)
fully
to
the
right.
This
will
prevent
the
needle
moving
while
the
machine
is
winding
the
bobbin.
Mounting
the
bobbin
Switch
off
the
master
switch
(12)
Place
the
empty
bobbin
onto
the
pin
of
the
bobbin
winding
mechanism
and
press
it
down
as
far
as
possible.
Push
the
bobbin
to
the
right.
Note:
The
bobbin
can
only
be
wound/fit
is
moved
fully
to
the
right.
Winding
the
bobbin
Pull
the
spool
holder
(5)
up
and
place
a
spool
on
it.
Place
the
thread
clockwise
into
the
bobbin
winder
tension
(2)
and
run
it
to
the
bobbin.
Wind
the
thread
clockwise
around
the
bobbin
several
times.
Turn
the
master
switch
(12)
on
and
press
the
foot
pedal.
Let
go
of
the
thread
after
a
few
revolutions.
As
soon
as
the
bobbin
is
full
the
winding
action
will
be
stopped
automatically.
Press
the
full
bobbin
to
the
left
and
remove
it
from
the
pin.
10
a
iobbylOl6
C
C
IH°
Operating
the
machine
Bobbin
winder
tension
Pass
the
thread
through
the
bobbin
thread
tension
(2)
in
a
clockwise
direction,
so
that
it
crosses
over
itself
on
the
way
to
the
bobbin.
Winding
a
bobbin
through
the
needle
It
is
possible
to
wind
bobbins
even
when
the
machine
is
threaded.
Raise
the
press
er
bar
lifter
(26)
to
the
top
position.
Pull
the
thread
underneath
the
presser
foot.
Pull
the
thread
upward
through
the
left-hand
threader
slot
(18).
Place
the
thread
from
left
to
right
through
the
take-up
lever
(28).
Wind
the
beginning
of
the
thread
several
times
around
the
bobbin
in
a
clockwise
direction.
Hold
the
end
of
the
thread
firmly
and
press
the
foot
pedal.
Tip:
While
winding
the
bobbin,
gently
push
down
the
front
of
the
presser
foot
with
your
finger.
Don’t
forget:
After
winding
a
bobbin,
press
the
handwheel
(7)
back
to
the
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Operafi,1g
the
,ncu’hjne
Hold
the
side
of
the
hook
cover
(19)
and
open
it
towards
you.
Thread
tension
In
order
to
achieve
a
perfect
seam
ap
pearance
and
durability
make
sure
the
needle
and
bobbin
thread
tensions
are
correctly
adjusted
to
each
other,
so
that
the
thread
interlace
is
not
visible
on
both
sides
of
the
fabric.
The
following
is
valid
for
general
sewing
work:
Thread
interlace
is
visible
on
the
top
side
of
the
fabric:
•
The
needle
thread
tension
is
too
tight
or
the
bobbin
thread
tension
is
too
loose.
•
The
thread
tension
must
be
corrected.
Thread
interlace
is
visible
on
the
under
side
of
the
fabric:
•
The
needle
thread
tension
is
too
loose
or
the
bobbin
thread
tension
is
too
tight.
•
The
thread
tension
must
be
corrected.
For
fancy
stitches,
buttonholes
and
darning
the
thread
interlace
should
be
visible
on
the
underside
of
the
fabric.
Hook
cover
Taking
out
the
bobbin
case
Switch
off
the
master
switch
(12).
Lift
the
latch
of
the
bobbin
case
and
pull
the
bobbin
case
out.
Release
the
latch
and
take
out
the
empty
bobbin.
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Operating
the
machine
Inserting
the
bobbin
Insert
the
full
bobbin
in
the
bobbin
case.
When
doing
so,
pull
the
thread
sideways
through
slot
A
and
then
under
tension
spring
B
so
that
it
rests
in
the
opening
(see
arrow).
Checking
the
bobbin
thread
tension
Hold
the
thread
protruding
from
the
bob
bin
case
and
pull
the
thread
upwards
sharply.
The
bobbin
case
must
drop
down
the
thread
during
this
movement.
Adjusting
the
setting:
Using
the
screwdriver
from
the
accesso
ries,
turn
setting
screw
C
just
a
little
to
the
left
to
decrease
the
bobbin
thread
ten
sion.
Turn
setting
screw
C
just
a
little
to
the
right
to
increase
the
bobbin
thread
tension.
Inserting
the
bobbin
case
Lift
latch
D
and
push
the
bobbin
case
fully
onto
pin
E
of
the
sewing
hook.
The
bobbin
case
finger
F
must
point
into
cutout
G.
Check:
Pull
the
bobbin
thread
sharply.
The
bobbin
case
must
not
fall
out
of
the
hook.
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Operating
the
machine
Threading
the
needle
thread
PFAFF
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Switch
off
the
master
switch
(1
2).
Pull
the
spool
holder
(5)
up
and
mount
the
thread.
Raise
the
presser
bar
lifter
(26).
Turn
the
handwheel
until
the
take-up
lever
(28)
is
at
its
highest
position.
Thread
by
following
the
steps
A
to
E.
Tip:
All
the
thread
guides
have
an
opening
in
which
you
can
simply
lay
the
threads.
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Operating
the
machine
Threading
the
needle
Thread
the
needle
thread
through
the
eye
of
the
needle
from
the
front
to
the
back.
Presser
bar
lifter
The
presser
foot
is
raised
and
lowered
with
the
presser
bar
lifter
(26).
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Operating
the
nachine
Drawing
up
the
bobbin
thread
bQ’d
Raise
the
presser
foot.
Hold
the
needle
‘
thread
and
turn
the
handwheel
towards
you
until
the
needle
is
at
its
highest
posi
tion
and
the
bobbin
thread
has
formed
a
loop.
Pull
the
needle
thread
to
draw
up
the
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bobbin
thread
Bobbin
thread
Close
the
hook
cover
(19)
and
pull
the
thread
under
the
presser
foot
to
the
left.
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Thread
cutter
Pull
the
thread
from
the
back
to
the
front
over
the
thread
cutter
(17).
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