Pfaff 1471 rebuild #1

NOTE: This video is not intended as a training video in Pfaff repair, but rather to give Pfaff owners confidence that we have the resources available to bring your Retro- Pfaff back to "new"!
Join Uncle Creepy (Glenn Smith) of Brubaker's Sewing Center as he takes you through the disassembly of a Pfaff 1471, the first step toward evaluation and rebuilding of this precision German sewing machine.
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[@kofoedsandy]

Thank you. I was able to take apart a used Pfaff same model and fix 3 things because you showed me how to take it apart. I fixed the needle threader. It was frozen because it was filled with rust. Took me forever to get the part of and then all the rust. The pressure foot wouldn't go up and down. Again needed lubrication and had some gunk on it. The tension was messed up. Changing the batteries helped. Had no idea the machine had them and now the light by works. Now I just need to print the manual. Somebody must have left this in a garage or something. I bought it at a resale shop. Thank you! Now I can give to my friend to cheer her up.

[@Discoversewing]

Glad you got it going, but we don't encourage self-repair of the Pfaff machines. Please keep us in mind if you need to ship your machine to us if you have any further issues. brubakerssewing.com

[@evabrown2099]

Thank you so much Glenn, for fixing my sewing machine. I am so happy with a job very well done. My sewing machine purrrrs like a kitty and runs with no problem of the thread tension above and below. Great job Glenn!

[@reggiekenner1527]

My wife has a Pfaff Tiptronic 1171 that seems to be only running in reverse. When I operate the reverse lever it doesn't seem to be operating anything but a spring. I suspect something in that cabinet is not making contact but am unsure how to get to it. Does this panel pop out? You make these procedures look quick I know to be very careful.

[@jake33284]

Hello. I’m in Australia. That little black plastic roller that is missing has deteriorated on mine. Do you know where I can get one. Can’t find one here in Australia. Thanks

[@michiveronesi7623]

Hi!. Thanks for very helpfull videos!!! Changing batteries I lost all the programming... How can I restore it?

[@KathyBigham]

I have quilt expression 2046, would like to learn how to change the automatic needle threader. Any advice would be appreciated.

[@jellybear81]

Please can you show how you remove the hand wheel part and release disc?? I think I have something rattling in there..

[@cherharp5512]

Any chance of ever finding a 1471 Carrying Handle?

[@8machines62]

I didn’t know we could take the top off. Mine makes a humming sound when it starts.

[@tearose3763]

Omg, my pfaffs bobbin and holder got jammed,I was determined to fix it myself, ( I don’t have $250 to service it) then 2 wires in the tension area flew off😳🤦🏻‍♀️😢😢😢 I havnt a clue how to get it back together again, can you help me Glenn? You are a hoot 😂😂😂😂😂

[@Verro2]

My PFAFF Hobby 4240 sewing machine was jammed so I opened it up and unscrewed a screw that I shouldn't and the pieces between which the thread passes through, that gives pressure on the thread came apart and I have no idea the order those pieces where in before they fell off the machine. Is there a way (image) to see what it looked like before it came apart? I can reassemble it if I see the order in which they are installed. Thank-you. You seem to be so at ease with machines.

[@sukhbirkaursethinamvong5155]

Hello can you tell me how to change light bulb for Pfaff creative 1475 cd And thread has got tangled behind the bulb how do I remove it. Thank you Sir

[@MsNomitu]

I have inherited my aunt's 1471 needs a check up. My mother had one and the mother board went out and had to be replaced. I live in Ohio about how much to ship to you or should i just take the 7 hr drive?

[@simonspurrier5172]

Interesting video Glenn. Are you still monitoring comments. We have a Pfaff 7570 from the UK and have moved to Canada. Is it possible to change the power supply to 110 volts and if so, how? Many thanks

[@KillCoreXD]

My mom have the same model, but it does not work. Some buttons light up and there is a red light next to the needle, but the display does not light up. Could it be some faulty electronic?

[@returner23015]

At about 3:00 you talk about the missing roller. I am trying to get my Pfaff Creative 1471 repaired, but they told me I would need to order the part. Is this the crank roller (which the repair center told me to order), if not what is the part that I need?

[@meganmills6545]

I have a Performance 2058 working just fine. It was made in Czech. I got it when it was new but can't remember just how long ago that was. 10, 12 years? Something like that? Is there any way I can tell from looking at where my serial number is when it was manufactured? It doesn't have a number on the top left of that area like this one does. If you could let me know how to tell I'd be so grateful! I'd also love to know how many hours of sewing it's done but the manual doesn't tell me how to find out. I've sent my dealer (who I bought it off) an email twice asking them about both things but they don't answer those questions. They do answer, though, when I ask about buying another more modern machine! I'm in New Zealand, by the way - but you seem friendly and know your stuff so I thought you might be able to help me . :-D Kind regards... Megan

[@mzaree3821]

I've had my Pfaff Creative 1471 since 1987 and has never let me down. By far the best machine I've owned. But now my hand wheel has seized up. I took it to a sewing machine repair shop and they have had it for about a month. The person repairing it says she cannot see what has caused the wheel to seize up. She oiled it but that did not help. Does anyone have any idea what could have caused it and what can be done? I'd appreciate any help I can get. thank you

[@joym3357]

I recently inherited one of these from my grandmother, even though it has not been used in more than 10 years it seems to work fine but the foot wont drop-down when you lower the lever, I was going to see if I could take it apart and fix it my self, but it seems like its best to just take it to a sewing machine/repair shop that stocks Pfaff machines

[@johnwilkinson5718]

Take off the cover for the light. It's a big flat head screw under the carrying handle. The front cover comes off you can see all those parts for the presser foot. Clean and oil them it should free up.

[@evabrown2099]

I have exactly the same machine and I bought it 2nd hand. Almost from the beginning I had problems with the tension and I don't seem to find somebody who can fix it for good. It hardly last 2 times and here we go, back to the same problem. So, where are you at?

[@Appolonia1964]

Hello Mr Smith. I came to KZbin to look for a video how to open the foot pedal of the Pfaff 1469. My young cat chewed the cord in two pieces 🙀 I want to shorten the cord. I got the screws out but I cannot open the pedal up: and I’m afraid I will break it.... Do you have a video how to open up the foot pedal? Greatings from The Netherlands 🌷

[@loiscornell898]

Where are you located?

[@valerieken1112]

Hello… I love your videos! I have a 1217 from a friend and the ‘index’ turns when I turn the masterdial … could you please do a video to repair the knob/masterdial??? Or PM me? Thank you sincerely!

[@tearose3763]

Where are you located

[@bobcatt2294]

Your camera person needs camera shooting 101. Thumbs up on the content.

[@carlosjulianzerdacepeda6166]

Buenas noches, tengo una pfaff 1471 y el panel indicador me dice "bateria" es malo trabajarla asi ? Pidiendome las pilas?.....y saber donde puedo o como puedo comprar las pilas segun el manual pagina 55 que dice pilas de recambio: Mignon 1,5 V; tipo LR 6 YA que no quiero perder las memorias, entiendo que son pilas que no pueden desprender acidos

[@stephaniekresinske5632]

Hi, I was given a 1471 and it is in fair shape. It sews a great straight stitch when the walking foot is disengaged. When engaged, there is no forward movement as though the feed dogs disengage! Any suggestions?

[@stefaniasitzia9571]

Buongiorno avrei bisogno di un supporto: ho una macchina da cucire modello pfaff 1475CD che ha perso il programma della eeprom. E' possibile averne un duplicato per rimetterlo con una nuova eeprom?? Grazie

[@richardhodges3138]

Hi Glen i have a Pfaff quilt ambition 2.0 and it wont work with the foot pedal it was purchased about 5 years ago can you advise to what mite be the problom

[@smee.dotti305]

Hi Glen I have a Pfaff 1469 Creative, and this morning I switched it on and all the operational lights came on, but machine foot wouldn't run. Could you please advise what the problem could be?

[@214sousou]

Thanks

[@CarolinaCastronieto]

Hi, i have a creative 1475CD Pfaff, and the motor Belt needs to be replaced, unfortunately i live in Panamà, and there is no service here for it. I have been disassembled but I can’t get to the part where you take off the old betl and put the new one. Can you help me please, with a video or picture or something, even if i have to pay for the assistance. Thank you!

[@rosamargaritamacielnavarro5025]

I have a problem with my 1471. Hope you can help me and shed some ligh into my problem. The problem is the it does not run and all lights are on and intermittent. Thanks for your answer

[@Discoversewing]

It sounds like a circuit board issue. Please call us and we can arrange to repair your machine. 570-676-0074

[@johnwilkinson5718]

On the 1471 the the bottom cover has 4 holes in a row if you look into them the have silver contacts at the bottoms of them. If you pull off the bottom cover you see the row of contacts. What were these for? Are they something the factory used in programming?

[@maxwang2537]

That’s a possibility.

[@theresapassarelli1599]

My Pfaff 2044 shut off as I was sewing. It turned on and off a couple of times but now it won't turn on. I was sewing masks at the time, so now I'm a bit stressed. The sew shops are closed because of the Coronavirus, so I'm hoping you might have an idea. Thank you for your help,Theresa

[@Discoversewing]

You can call me at 570-676-0074. Ask for Amy

[@lucymokabane843]

@@Discoversewing Good evening, in South Africa. I am proud owner on Pfaff 2170, however its missing a table try and computer disc. The machine works so far. But can't use the embroidery part'.

[@GMO--ge4ir]

Very interesting,& also . . . Scary. 😶

[@gallerycarnell4974]

how to do you put the battery cover back on.?

[@maxwang2537]

Just press gently.

[@athrunzala5337]

is this a piece of plastic or is it made from aluminum

[@maxwang2537]

I have a 1473 which I believe is similar. Its body is of course made of aluminium not plastic though there are plastic parts where it’s ok.

[@athrunzala5337]

@@maxwang2537 thanks for the confirmation . . my aim is to modify one which is being listed for a reasonable price into a metal/wood saw using a foot pedal where it is easier to cut and save power and to use power when the material is too hard to cut.

[@maxwang2537]

@@athrunzala5337 that’s sounds like an interesting project. Good luck with that!

[@arlene1054]

HOW TO TELL IF THE TAKE UP LEVER IS BROKEN?

[@pjpeace]

Fascinating to watch! I have a Pfaff creative 1473 and 1475 do you happen to know when they switched over their motor size to the larger size? I’m hoping it’s pre 1473! So far I’ve only had my 1473 in the shop for repairs once (other than tunes ups) and it was due to some horrible stretch fabric throwing the timing off that got sucked into my bobbin. I’ve had it since 93. My 1475 has a sticky presser foot now and then but guessing it’s tune up time. Wish it were easier to clean the inside of the machines! They make it easy to clean the bobbin area but can’t clean the upper casing. Great machines though and have heard they don’t make parts for my 1473/5 either any more but good to know there maybe hope that you stocked up! I’ve used many machines over the years and my Pffafs are still the best.

[@Arctic_Falcon]

I believe at some point during this series he mentions the 1475 was the first machine with the revised motor.

[@MJ-cw8pn]

Hello...i have the same machine and seems the same problem as Glenn...how to test presser foot?i was not opening machine to see inside,but i belive its a motor brushes...also want to sell it...greetings from NV ( Reno)

[@celiaspiropoulos7596]

I have the creative 1476cd machine, the pfaff atk0033 control foot. The control foot stopped working and I went in and tried to see if it needed to be cleaned. Now we don't know where the copper bent wire goes. Anyone able to help? there is one copper piece that I can't remember where it goes.

[@ivo8050]

hi ,can you be so kind to show me how to fix HAND WHEEL ON PFAFF 1035 AND PFAF 1029 ,TNX atfront

[@rosamargaritamacielnavarro5025]

Hi Glenn, I have a 1471 running perfectly since I bought it in 1985. Of course with occasional maintenance and problems once in a while. I have always used it and keep doing so. At the moment I have a problem. The stitches are loose and can't fix it even putting the pressure in 3 and moving the screw of the bobin. Can you help me with tips that might possibly help me to put the stiches working correctly? Thank you in advance

[@Discoversewing]

It depends on if it is looping on the top or bottom. Usually stitch issues are caused by a dry hook. Give it a drop of oil and see if that helps.

[@rosamargaritamacielnavarro5025]

It loops on top, it feels very loose even when I turn the button to put it tighter, it makes no differencie where I place the button to put pressure, the thread is completely loose, It's inside

[@Discoversewing]

if the loops are on top, the problem comes from your bobbin tension.

[@alitagiordano3776]

Hi Glenn, I have a Pfaff Creative 1471 that was my mothers. It has been in storage for over 10 years. I took it out, cleaned it up and changed the batteries. Everything is working except the pressure release will not drop the sewing foot. It feels loose and the leaver will wiggle a little. I am not sure if it slipped off the gear or it broke. Will this be hard or expensive to repair.

[@Discoversewing]

If that is the only issue, repair will run approx. $150 and will include service.

[@gayanebarseghyan7046]

Seems that my machine has the same problem after being as a furniture for 20 years. It’s still in a good shape. How did you solve that problem?

[@Pdwongwan]

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[@johnnymoretti]

Hello Glenn, hopefully you can help. I inherited my grandmother's estate and she has a NEW, still in the original box, Pfaff 1471. It has all the original manual, accessories, etc. In fact, the original Panasonic AA batteries are in their package, albeit a bit corroded. Never installed. In fact, it was never used and has the original test swatch under the foot. Here's my dilemma...my wife loves her Singer so we don't want to keep the Pfaff. I installed two new batteries and turned it on for the first time. The motor is getting power, but it won't turn and activate the presser foot. I didn't force it. But I can turn the balance wheel but it shows some drag resistance, like the belt is not advancing the presser foot. I've stopped doing anything else. Any ideas on what's going on and how I can move forward to get it ready to sell? Perhaps you are even interested. Thanks! -Johnny

[@Discoversewing]

johnny, please give us a call at the store. 1-800-466-7315. We may be interested to purchase.

[@johnnymoretti]

Thanks, Glenn. Will do. You'll get a call from area code 530.

[@johnnymoretti]

Sent you an email via your website today. Thanks!

[@melissal.1330]

I have a Pfaff Creative 7570, do you work on motherboards? I'm in no hurry for it but I would like to know if it's repairable.

[@Discoversewing]

Yes Melissa we can help you, but it is best to call us so we can find out more and give you an idea of cost. Phone: [phone]

[@bigDbigDbigD]

Where is the fuse please?

[@maxwang2537]

On the back close to the power lead inlet. Refer to the manual.

[@kelyncanales5240]

I question I have the pfaff sensation this machine just going off sometimes and back for inself What can I do ?

[@Discoversewing]

I am not sure, we don't work on the Sensation, we only work on the German models produced from 1970-1999

[@kofoedsandy]

Hi, so I fixed some things on my machine but noticed when I went to use the program stitches that some of the buttons don't seem to work. If you want me to send you a video, let me know. In hope there is still hope. I got it sewing and some of program buttons work on right but the stitch count jumps around. Needle down and tie of work work on left.

[@kofoedsandy]

i slowly took apart the area by the program button, and made sure all the connection plugs were tight. I used an air can to blow out dust. Closed it back up. It still acts the same. When I press the first + button it skips stitches by 10s, and if i try pushing the + button to make it increase count by 1....say from 10 to 11, it does nothing. If I go back to the first button on left and press the - button under program, it show the stitch patterns backwards by 10s. Again the count button to the right of that does nothing. It looks like the last row of buttons like repeat and pattern start do not light up when i press them. It looks really good inside. Do you think this board is bad? If so, how much would the part cost? I think I can do it if it's the part and not to pricey. Thanks Glen, hope you can give advice. I'm trying to fix this for my good friend and feel like i'm so close. I'm in Gurnee, Illinois.

[@Discoversewing]

We don't encourage self-repair of your machine. If you want to send it in to us, please email me privately via our website and I can send you shipping instructions. brubakerssewing.com

[@kofoedsandy]

Hi, the only thing still wrong with it is what I shared. Does it sound like that cricut board needs replacing? Any estimate for just that? I hate to send it and have cost to ship only to find out its large cost to fix when this is all to surprise a friend. I'm trying to see if it's worth pursuing or if I should scrap it.

[@JaswantSingh-ym9zo]

The year of manufacture is not engraved on my model

[@christine85257]

you're not creepy!! :)

[@pamelalmason6674]

Pfaff Tiptronic 115 won't run, yet power light is on.. I have turned the round knob and little one inside. It seems to reset and humm than motor stops..

[@Discoversewing]

please contact me at [e-mail] I need the correct model number. Then I can give you instructions for shipping the machine to us for repair.

[@pamelalmason6674]

Foot Control, Alphasew #6092FC how to install on my phaff 1151

[@Discoversewing]

You may call me at 717-354-8332 and we can troubleshoot.

[@emmafrancoskinner3943]

He moves too fast. Can't see how he opens the machine up!

[@Discoversewing]

Sorry, this is intentional. Are videos are not intended as repair training videos. Novice repairs on Pfaff machines will often cause additional damage. Thank you

[@knowstitches7958]

take it to the repairs shop

[@celiaspiropoulos7596]

Viola is pronounced wala

[@Discoversewing]

Hello Celia, He does know that, he just likes to get our french-speaking relatives riled up! :)