Thankful I found your video. I have a trusty 1229 like this, that still works. Just need to clean it up & give it some oil after being stored for a few years. We used pfaffs when I studied apparel design in college. I learned on a 70s Singer Futura, but I love my Pfaff.❤
Thank you for helping me to understand my machine better. Just went in to the shop yesterday. I’m lost without it. Had it since 1983 and wouldn’t trade it for anything. Just stoped working yesterday, power still on and light on but just won’t sew. Wonder if it’s the motor belt? We will see and hopefully it can be fixed!
I bought one of these machines today of a n 80year old lady who bought it in the early 80's and hardly ever used it. Its in mint condition. I own industrial machines but needed a machine that could sew buttonholes so I went on our local buy swap and sell FB page. I am delighted with my purchase.
Hi I have this machine how do you get the front of the machine open . My presser foot lever on the back of the machine won't work . The piece in the inside is off and in the bottom . Cant figure out how to get to it to put back together
I bOught a 2nd 1229 and the zigzag dial is super stiff. I needled oiled it with small amounts but want to know if I can take off the dials and actually get to that dried up grease? Red dot is ok and needle position is spot on it just the biggest dial thank you
I have a 1229 but does not turn on when I plugin could be the board? I am in Australia and follow your videos Thank you so much for your time and expertise. Regards clelia
Gracias por ver mi mensaje y contestarm soy de Costa Rica....tengo una máquina pfaff 12 29 ytengo problemas con el cangrejo y no se como aflojarlo para ponerlo en su punto.Si fuera tan smable y pasara un video de como poner el tiempo selo agradeceré mucho.
do you just do pfaff machines. i have a babylock and problem is the shank is twisting. is this a major issue, i.e, many dollars to repair or can a new shank be installed. thanks = have only watched the first viedo, on my way rto the rest
Hello, I wanted to ask you about the Pfaff 1222 machine, it works slowly, it does not have some speed, how it can be increased or there is a problem with the machine.
I was wondering if you could help me get the Sewing plate back on my Pfaff 1471. I have always had a problem with it, but have been able to get it on in the past. This time, I am stumped! It will not lie flat and is breaking needles. Thank you so much for any assistance!! :o)
Line it up at the back edge of the free arm, then lower it down and push. If it does not seat flat, the contacts (springs) that grab the needle plate may be bent.
Thank you for interesting video. Do the modern Pfaffs eg (Hobby 1142, Ambition 1.0) still retain some of the quality that the older ones had? Can you recommend modern equivalent of Pfaff 1229? Thank you:)
Hi...my index marker has been stuck...actually it moves with the dial...for some time making it impossible to adjust. I love my PF1229 and have used it since 1984 when it was purchased. How much do you charge to make this adjustment. Although I'm quite handy and know every issue of this machine...i really don't want to make any damages on my own.
Index marker is a press fit. Usually comes loose if oil gets on the bearing. Occasionally will just come loose on its own. Design issue (flaw). One solution is a “pin job”, where the parts are removed, drilled, tapped and a set screw installed, or else a short, rolled metal pin is press fit in and ties the index down. Have read of some folks having adequate results by cleaning the slipping index surfaces and applying red Loctite. Need to be sure it’s in the right position, but this may last a long time and be secure enough, without have to do major disassembly to accomplish.
My wife bought her 1229 new and has had no issues with it until recently. It's no longer picking up the bobbin thread and the needle sometimes hits the bobbin case. Does anyone know where I can get service for this machine in North Alabama or is it possible for me to adjust it somehow. Otherwise it's a perfect machine.
Hey Glenn (et al) I have been trying to find a technician who can take care of my 1229 in northeren europe, but i can't find any and don't know how to go about finding one. Do you know of any repairshops in northeren europe who can do what you do? It would bankrupt me to send my machine to Pennsylvania :)
Thankful I found your video. I have a trusty 1229 like this, that still works. Just need to clean it up & give it some oil after being stored for a few years. We used pfaffs when I studied apparel design in college. I learned on a 70s Singer Futura, but I love my Pfaff.❤
Thank you for helping me to understand my machine better. Just went in to the shop yesterday. I’m lost without it. Had it since 1983 and wouldn’t trade it for anything. Just stoped working yesterday, power still on and light on but just won’t sew. Wonder if it’s the motor belt? We will see and hopefully it can be fixed!
I bought one of these machines today of a n 80year old lady who bought it in the early 80's and hardly ever used it. Its in mint condition. I own industrial machines but needed a machine that could sew buttonholes so I went on our local buy swap and sell FB page. I am delighted with my purchase.
Gracias amigo saludos cordiales desde Marruecos
Hi I have this machine how do you get the front of the machine open . My presser foot lever on the back of the machine won't work . The piece in the inside is off and in the bottom . Cant figure out how to get to it to put back together
I bOught a 2nd 1229 and the zigzag dial is super stiff. I needled oiled it with small amounts but want to know if I can take off the dials and actually get to that dried up grease? Red dot is ok and needle position is spot on it just the biggest dial thank you
I have pfaff 1069, the pressure bar lifter may be broken inside? it doesn't work now😭😭😭😭. could you please help me? Many thanks!
I have a 1229 but does not turn on when I plugin could be the board? I am in Australia and follow your videos Thank you so much for your time and expertise. Regards clelia
Why would it lock up when I turn the handwheel towards me?
How did you get the end off you didn’t show it! ☹️☹️
Gracias por ver mi mensaje y contestarm soy de Costa Rica....tengo una máquina pfaff 12 29 ytengo problemas con el cangrejo y no se como aflojarlo para ponerlo en su punto.Si fuera tan smable y pasara un video de como poner el tiempo selo agradeceré mucho.
Hola estoy reparando una ahora mismo...
Why my 1229 won't sew back word
Or do button hole
How can I contact the technician I have a problem whit a pfaff 7550 and I'm from new York. There is any way to contact?.
Help my thread wheel is really hard to turn and I dont know why ??? Pfaff 1229 sewing machine
do you just do pfaff machines. i have a babylock and problem is the shank is twisting. is this a major issue, i.e, many dollars to repair or can a new shank be installed. thanks = have only watched the first viedo, on my way rto the rest
Hello, I wanted to ask you about the Pfaff 1222 machine, it works slowly, it does not have some speed, how it can be increased or there is a problem with the machine.
Thanks.
I was wondering if you could help me get the Sewing plate back on my Pfaff 1471. I have always had a problem with it, but have been able to get it on in the past. This time, I am stumped! It will not lie flat and is breaking needles. Thank you so much for any assistance!! :o)
Line it up at the back edge of the free arm, then lower it down and push. If it does not seat flat, the contacts (springs) that grab the needle plate may be bent.
Thank you for interesting video. Do the modern Pfaffs eg (Hobby 1142, Ambition 1.0) still retain some of the quality that the older ones had? Can you recommend modern equivalent of Pfaff 1229? Thank you:)
There is no equivalent in today's new machine market for any Pfaff made in Germany, but especially the 1229 Sorry.
You wouldn't happen to have one of these for sale, would you?
Hi...my index marker has been stuck...actually it moves with the dial...for some time making it impossible to adjust. I love my PF1229 and have used it since 1984 when it was purchased. How much do you charge to make this adjustment. Although I'm quite handy and know every issue of this machine...i really don't want to make any damages on my own.
Index marker is a press fit. Usually comes loose if oil gets on the bearing. Occasionally will just come loose on its own. Design issue (flaw). One solution is a “pin job”, where the parts are removed, drilled, tapped and a set screw installed, or else a short, rolled metal pin is press fit in and ties the index down. Have read of some folks having adequate results by cleaning the slipping index surfaces and applying red Loctite. Need to be sure it’s in the right position, but this may last a long time and be secure enough, without have to do major disassembly to accomplish.
Hi i have a long arm pfaff 1425 i think. Do you know why the needle and walking foot maybe out of sync thank you
Not familiar with that model number. Sounds like an industrial which we don't specialize in.
My wife bought her 1229 new and has had no issues with it until recently. It's no longer picking up the bobbin thread and the needle sometimes hits the bobbin case. Does anyone know where I can get service for this machine in North Alabama or is it possible for me to adjust it somehow. Otherwise it's a perfect machine.
I have a 1229, the needle up with presser foot up function doesn't work, also needle goes up and down when winding a bobbin. Can you help with this?
Marvin, it would need to come in for repair. Call me if you would like more information. 570-676-0074
My timing is just a hair off. If I took it in, what should I point out?
Just tell your Pfaff mechanic what it is doing wrong and he can check your settings.
Hello, how much is this? I have the same machine and I wanna sell it
I want it
GOOD
Hey Glenn (et al) I have been trying to find a technician who can take care of my 1229 in northeren europe, but i can't find any and don't know how to go about finding one. Do you know of any repairshops in northeren europe who can do what you do?
It would bankrupt me to send my machine to Pennsylvania :)
I don't know anyone, sorry
Tha't a shame. Thanks for taking the time to reply. I enjoy the vidoes with the old West German ladies very much.
@@Koptokaf I will ask a few of my old Pfaff colleagues and put some feelers out for you
Much obliged!