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1. included with your machine for videos showing adjusting bobbin tension and other tips These videos are also available on www HandiQuilter com HandiQuilter com Page 13 Drawing the Bobbin Thread to the Top of the Quilt 1 After threading the machine plug it in and turn on the power Place quilt sandwich under hopping foot 2 While firmly holding the tail of the needle thread with the left hand choose one of the following methods to cycle the needle through one full rotation to bring the bobbin thread to the top of the quilt A Foot Pedal Method LIGHTLY tap the foot pedal to make the needle go down Then LIGHTLY tap again to bring the needle up B Needle Up Down Button Half Stitch Find the Needle Up Down Button in the center of the color touch screen main display Press once to cycle the needle down Press again to cycle the needle back up C Needle Up Down Button Full Stitch Find the Needle Up Down Button in the center of the color touch screen main display Press and hold briefly to cycle the needle through one complete stitch cycle down and back up 3 Pull the fabric 3 4 inches away while holding the needle thread 4 Bobbin thread will pull up and through to the top allowing you to grasp the loop and pull it to the desired length Checking and Adjusting Bobbin Case Tension The bobbin case tension is the foundation tension for the entire machine To test that bobbin tension is correct hold the bobbin2. SIGHT i amp 12 80 Monofilament 100 wt Silk HOLE 4 60 wt poly mylar 14 90 Silk 100 wt 60 wt monofilament glitter some metallics 16 100 60 wt 50 wt 40 wt monofilament glitter metallics 18 110 50 wt 40 wt 30 wt metallic RE 20 120 30 wt 20 wt 12 wt Figure 7 Changing the Hopping Feet The needle that is in the machine when it arrives at Your machine comes with your home has been used for 20 minutes of testing It is two hopping feet a ruler possible that it could be damaged in shipping or as you foot and an open toe foot remove the machine from the box For these reasons Use the ruler foot for ruler Handi Quilter recommends that you replace the needle work and everyday quilting before beginning to quilt with your new machine and the open toe foot when you need greater stitch 1 Move the needle bar to the highest position by turning visibility such as micro the hand wheel quilting 2 Confirm that the power is off and that the machine is 1 Remove the foot that is unplugged on the mount by using the 2 5mm Allen wrench to loosen the mounting screw far enough that you can slide the foot off of the mount 3 Loosen the needle bar clamp thumb screw see Figure 7 enough to assure that the needle can be inserted all the way up to the top of the sight hole 4 With the scarf small ground out section dip on the back side of the needle just above the needle eye facing the hand wheel en
3. Cotton threads are particularly susceptible to dry rot which makes thread brittle Do not use poor quality thread or thread that is rotted or brittle Check that the machine is threaded correctly Inspect for accidental double wrapping of thread on thread guides Inspect the thread mast making sure the eyelets of the mast are directly over the spools Inspect the vertical positioning of the thread cones Tipped cones can dramatically affect thread tension and can cause breakage Inspect for particles and remove any lint or debris Change the bobbin The slightest hesitation of the bobbin rotation can be the cause of dramatic tension change and thread breakage Use ONLY HQ bobbins Change the needle at least once per quilt Make sure the needle is installed to the top of the sight hole in the needle bar Replace the needle with one better suited for the thread Use the proper size needle Move more quickly so stitches don t overlap or build up When starting the machine begin moving immediately Sewing in one place too long will cause the thread to break Timing of the machine is improper Consult a repair technician at your local authorized Handi Quilter representative If the thread is shredding at the needle plate check for burrs or jagged edges Gently rub with metal cloth to remove the sharp edge Consult a repair technician to polish any hard to reach or delicate areas or if the burr is inside the hole Use needles rec
4. sewing machine is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision For Australia and New Zealand only e Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this machine SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is intended for household use Disclaimer Handi Quilter and its Representatives are in no way legally responsible or liable for damage to the HQ Sweet Sixteen when used improperly or not in accordance with the guidelines stated in this manual or when used on machine quilting frames not recommended by Handi Quilter HOW TO UNPACK REPACK THE MACHINE Keep the carton and packing materials You will need them in the event that you need to return the machine to the dealer or send it for repair If you do not pack the machine properly or if you do not use the correct packaging materials the machine could be damaged Handi Quilter is not liable for damage that occurs dur ing return shipping Follow the diagram below to unpack and repack the machine IMPORTANT These packaging materials are designed to prevent the machine from being damaged Keep them in case you need to bring this machine to the dealer or send it for repair PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE MACHINE To use the machine safely 1 Carefully watch the needle when sewing Do not touch the hand wheel take up lever needle or other mov ing parts 2 Turn the machine off and unplug the cord in the followi
5. the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful inter ference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer or local sales distributor could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement For Canada Only This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for rad
6. the machine is flush with the back of the table W Page 8 Installing the Power Cord Figure 4 Check that the On Off switch page 7 Figure 3 23 is turned off the O setting Plug the power cord into the top power outlet on the back of the machine Figure 4 Do not plug the power cord into a power source at this time The lower power connector is available for powering future attachments as they are developed by Handi Quilter Not yet available Installing the Foot Pedal 1 Plug in the foot pedal cord end into the foot pedal connector see page 7 Figure 3 26 2 Place the foot pedal under the table where operator can reach it from the front of the machine HQ Sweet Sixteen User Manual Installing the Thread Mast Figure 5 1 Locate the threaded hole on top of the machine near the rear by the hand wheel 2 The thread mast comes with a washer and a nut Remove the nut and washer replace the nut onto the mast for two or three turns 3 The washer protects the painted surface when the nut is tightened Place the washer on the hole and insert the thread mast 4 Turn the thread mast clockwise several revolutions stopping when the mast eyelets are positioned directly over the spool pins 5 Tighten the nut to secure the mast to the machine Note The eyelets of the thread mast MUST be centered over the spool pins This ensures that the cone of thread will not pull turn or tilt which will
7. thread catches on the take up spring and then pull it down under the stirrup thread guide D 5 Bring the thread back up through the take up lever from back to front and then down through thread guide E Pull the thread at the take up lever to ensure that it is properly flossed between the tension disks If it is properly flossed in the tension disks you should feel some resistance as you pull the thread If it is not then the thread will pull freely 6 Pull the thread down to the needle thread guide and thread through the hole thread guide F 7 Make sure the thread is following the groove down the front of the needle and threads from front to back Be careful that the thread does not twist around the needle IMPORTANT NOTE The HQ Sweet Sixteen quilting machine does not have a presser foot lever or top tension release like a home sewing machine On a home sewing machine the top tension is released when the presser foot is raised allowing the thread to come freely out of the machine When a home machine is threaded the presser foot is raised and the tension discs are released and open for the thread to easily fall between the tension discs This is not the case with the HQ Sweet Sixteen quilting machine where the top tension is always tight and the tension discs are never open Therefore the thread must be pulled up or flossed between the tension discs or it will stay outside the discs and float without tension causing se
8. thread stirrup or tension spring are all threaded correctly Corrective Measure Replace or correctly change the needle Make sure that the needle is pushed up into the needle bar clamp until it can go no farther visually check that it is up to the top of the stop sight hole above the needle bar clamp screw Failure to do so can cause damage in the bobbin area and throat plate Correctly position the needle needle plate or hopping foot Replace needle with a new one Corrective Measure Balance the tension of the needle thread after ensuring the bobbin tension is adjusted correctly see page 13 Replace the needle with a size better suited to the fabric HQ Sweet Sixteen User Manual Stitch Quality is Poor Tension is not balanced Bobbin case is damaged corroded dirty et cetera Moving the fabric or depressing the foot pedal inconsistently Tension Is Poor Lint caught under the tension spring in the bobbin case Poorly wound bobbin Hand Wheel Won t Rotate Thread is entangled and caught in the hook Thread Nests Under Quilt Not enough tension on top thread Improper threading Motor Fails to Run On Off switch is off or power cord is loose Foot pedal is unplugged HandiQuilter com Correcting Common Issues Corrective Measure Adjust the tension of the needle thread after ensuring the bobbin tension is adjusted correctly see page 13 Since thread slides over the surface of the bobbin case
9. to use one of the preset speeds simply press the speed Basting Mode The HQ Sweet Sixteen has a basting mode that causes a stitch to be formed at a specified time interval every half second every three quarters of a second every second every 1 5 second or every two seconds Figure 24 Touch the basting icon Figure 25 to activate basting mode Then press the or button to set the time interval for the basting stitch Press the foot pedal to begin quilting The HQ Sweet Sixteen will take a stitch needle down and then needle up at the specified interval Coordinate how quickly you move the quilt sandwich with how quickly the machine takes a basting stitch Experiment with the various speed options along with moving the quilt to find which of the settings work best for you to position the basting stitches on your quilt Up Down Tie Off The button with the needle image in the center of the screen can assist you in creating tie off stitches basting or needle positioning functions without the use of the foot pedal Figure 26 Pressing and releasing the button quickly will send the needle to the next needle stop position If the needle is up pressing the button will cause the needle to move to the down position If the needle is down it will return to the up position Pressing and holding the button for a longer time allows you to do a full stitch As long as you continue to hold the button down the machine
10. will Depress foot pedal completely show a number that should stabilize at 100 if the sensor is functioning properly Release the foot pedal to stop the The value stabilizes at 100 meen ines Wiese Press the Main button to return to the Main menu e173 screen or the Back button to return to the More menu Pedal Test The Pedal test can help you determine if there is a problem with the HQ Sweet Sixteen foot pedal As you slowly depress the foot pedal a percent of depression l Diagnostics will appear in the white gt The foot pedal should be controllable from O to 100 Figure 39 Foot Pedal Test Remove bobbin case and top thread Clear all Objects from the needle area Depress foot pedal completely Figure 38 Press the Main button to return to the Main menu screen or the Back button to return to the More menu screen System Information Screen Value below varies from 0 to 100 The serial number of the machine is displayed at the top of the System Information screen This number matches the A 45 one found on the label at the back of the machine Information contained in the white boxes below the serial Back Main number identifies the electronics board revision numbers as well as the firmware revision numbers of the HQ Sweet Sixteen Figure 39 The Lifetime and Trip or project stitch counters count the number of stitches the machine is perfo
11. will continue to stitch at a slow rate and when the button is released the needle will stop in the closest stop position up or down available This action is useful for tieing off beginning and ending stitches Page 17 Needle Stop Q Figure 27 Figure 28 Figure 29 Page 18 Needle Stop When in Needle Up mode indicated by a white circle the needle ends in the Up position upon release of the foot pedal This button does not move the needle but simply determines the final needle position after the machine has been stopped Figure 27 When in Needle Down mode the circle is filled in when activated the needle ends in the Down position upon release of the foot pedal Again this button does not move the needle but sets the final resting position of the needle after the foot pedal is released More Menu Figure 29 The More screen allows access to other functions available on the HQ Sweet Sixteen Figure 28 Low Bobbin The HQ Sweet Sixteen includes a low bobbin alarm so you can estimate how soon your bobbin thread will run out Timers The HQ Sweet Sixteen has two useful timers One timer enables you to set a reminder alarm like a kitchen timer and the other timer tracks how much time you spend on a quilt project Options Pressing the Options button will open a screen that allows adjustment of the sound volume and the LED Light Ring brightness Calculator An o
12. with the HQ Sweet Sixteen motor Slowly rotating the hand wheel should result in an audible beep If you get a constant solid beep or no beep at all this indicates a failed test and the machine should be inspected by a qualified Handi Quilter repair technician Press the Main button to return to the Main menu screen or the Back button to return to the More menu screen Needle Sensor Test The Needle Sensor test will indicate whether the needle position sensor is functioning properly Rotating the hand wheel should result in a beep for half of a stitch cycle followed by no beep for the other half Figure 37 If you hear a constant beep or no beep at all for a full 360 rotation of the hand wheel this indicates a failed test and the machine should be inspected by a qualified Handi Quilter repair technician Press the Main button to return to the Main menu screen or the Back button to return to the More menu screen Page 21 j Motor Speed Sensor Test Diagnostics g The Speed Sensor test can help you determine whether Motor Speed Sensor Test or not there is a problem with the HQ Sweet Sixteen speed sensor Before performing this test remove the bobbin Remove bobbin case and top thread P case and the top thread Press the foot pedal so that the Clear all objects from the needle area machine will begin slowly rotating The white box
13. 54 WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD The HQ Quilting Machine warranty is 10 years manufacturer s warranty on casting and machining of the case 2 years mechanical and 1 year electronic electrical Check with your local HQ Representative for details on getting service or making warranty claims Customer Name Company Business Name if any Address City Day Phone Fax HQ Serial Number Purchase Date Location of Purchase Type of use intended LJ Home Personal Q Some commercial Q Other Cut along dotted line and mail or fax this registration information within 30 days of purchase Level of machine quilting skills Q Novice Q Intermediate Q Experienced Skill adjusting sewing machines Q Novice Q Intermediate LI Experienced HandiQuilter com HQ Quilting Machine Model circle one HQ Avant HQ Fusion State Zip Evening Phone Email HQ Sixteen HQ Sweet Sixteen Order Number 5 digits Date Machine Received City State Q Shared w Friends Q Mostly commercial Page 31 This page was intentionally left blank Page 32 HQ Sweet Sixteen User Manual HQ Quilting Machine New Owner and Training Cut along dotted line and mail or fax this registration information within 30 days of purchase Checklist amp Certificate Handi p Quilter t oa ex You are entitled to a free Introductory Training Class on the use of your HQ Quilting Machine as well as free S
14. Figure 1 A temporary adapter which looks like the adapter illustrated in sketches B and C may be used to connect this plug to a 2 pole receptacle as shown in sketch B if a properly grounded outlet is not available The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded out let can be installed by a qualified electrician The green colored rigid ear lug and the like extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover When ever the adapter is used it must be held in place by the metal screw Note In Canada the use of a temporary adapter is not permitted by the Canadian Electric Code INSTRUCTIONS DE S CURIT IMPORTANTES Lorsque vous utilisez cette machine vous devez toujours respecter des pr cautions de base notam ment les suivantes Lisez toutes les instructions avant d utiliser la machine DANGER Pour r duire le risque de choc lectrique e Ne laissez jamais la machine sans surveillance alors qu elle est branch e D branchez toujours la machine de la prise de courant d s que vous avez fini de l utiliser et avant de la nettoyer WARNING Pour r duire le risque de br lure d incendie de choc lectrique ou de blessure e Cette machine n est pas un jouet Vous devez donc tre tr s attentif lorsque des enfants l utilisent ou se trouvent proximit e N utilisez cette machine que de la mani re pr vue d crite dans ce manuel N util
15. ables you to set an alarm to go off after a specific period of time similar to a kitchen timer Use the and buttons to set the time duration Then press the play button to activate the timer When the time duration has elapsed an alarm will sound and a message appears on the display The second bottom timer enables you to track how much time you spend on a quilt project When you begin a new project press the Reset button Then press the play button to begin recording your quilting time The timer records when the machine is quilting The time is saved even when the machine is turned off When you begin another quilting session quilting time is added to the timer Only press Reset when you want to zero out the timer and begin a new timing session Figure 33 Options Screen Volume The Volume portion of this screen Figure 34 has two buttons and a sliding control Pressing on the Mute button turns off the sound of the buttons when they are pressed Pressing the Max button turns the volume to its loudest level Pressing the sliding control in any position sets the volume to the level indicated in that control Pressing and moving back and forth across the sliding control will change the volume up as it is moved left to right and down as it is moved from right to left Brightness The Brightness portion of this screen has two buttons and a sliding control as well The LED Light Ring can
16. at a high speed make sure the case is free of any lint or foreign matter that could impede thread passage through the machine The My Speed setting should be adjusted to a value that will allow you to sew comfortably and confidently with the foot pedal fully depressed Discover a method of holding the fabric that is most comfortable Corrective Measure With some threads lint and other material can build up under the tension leaf spring and begin to lift the spring This reduces the spring s ability to compress against the thread By inserting a needle under the spring and clearing out the lint the bobbin tension will return to the previously set tension If the bobbin is wound too tight or too loose it can lead to poor and inconsistent tension Make sure when the bobbin is wound that the thread tension is not so tight that the wound bobbin thread feels hard and causes the bobbin sides to bulge It should also not be so loose that the thread is spongy which can cause the thread to tangle as it is wound Corrective Measure Turn off the machine and remove the power plug from the electrical outlet Remove the bobbin case from the machine Lubricate the hook then manually rotate the hand wheel clockwise and counter clockwise several times Remove the thread caught in the hook Corrective Measure Check that the machine is threaded correctly Make certain that the thread is flossed snugly in place between the two tension discs If the machi
17. be turned on completely with the illuminated light bulb button or off completely with the darkened light bulb button Pressing the sliding control in any position will set the brightness to the value indicated in the slider control Pressing and moving back and forth across the sliding control will change the brightness up as it is moved left to right and down as it is moved right to left Press the Main button to return to Main menu screen or the Back button to return to the More menu screen HQ Sweet Sixteen User Manual Foot Pedal Figure 35 Motor Sensor Test Rotate the hand wheel SLOWLY Regular pulsing beeps as you rotate the hand wheel A solid tone or no beeping at all as you rotate the hand wheel Figure 36 Needle Sensor Test Rotate the hand wheel Solid beep for 1 3 of a stitch cycle no beep for the rest of the cycle No beep or solid beep as you rotate the hand wheel one full revolution Figure 37 HandiQuilter com Diagnostics Screen Four different diagnostics tests can be performed on the machine These functions test the motor control operation the foot pedal and the internal position sensors Figure 35 Press the Main button to return to the Main menu screen or the Back button to return to the More menu screen Diagnostics Tests Motor Sensor Test The Motor Sensor test Figure 36 can help you determine whether they may be a problem
18. bin Thread Capacity Presets bobbin place a full bobbin in the machine and under 100 0 130 0 200 0 the heading Bobbin Thread Capacity press the Record button and quilt as usual d When the bobbin runs out press the square Stop Recording button and note how many yards is indicated Figure 30 under the Bobbin Thread Capacity Figure 31 perhaps 210 yards Since you want a warning as to when the bobbin is j getting low use the button to specify a lower number 7 Low Bobbin Alarm such as 195 yards Save that as one of the Bobbin Thread Bobbin Thread Capacity Capacity Presets You might want to make a note as to which type of thread the preset represents Put a new 0 0 Yards bobbin with the same thread into the machine and press the New Bobbin button Then press the Alarm button As Remaining Bobbin Thread you quilt the remaining bobbin thread value will estimate i how much thread remains on the current bobbin and 0 0 Yards when you reach the capacity value an alarm will sound Bobbin Thread Capacity Presets tete that your bobbin is nearly out of thread When recording the capacity of a bobbin the HQ Sweet Sixteen assumes you will stitch at 10 stitches per inch if TruStitch stitch regulation optional accessory is not attached to your machine Therefore if you estimate bobbin capacity and stitch using different stitches per inch increase the capacity setting if stitching f
19. case in the palm of your hand with the open end facing up Wrap the thread around your index finger and lift the bobbin case from your hand While gently moving the finger front to back not up and down which is not consistent the bobbin case should slide slowly down the thread like a spider on its web The small screw in the center of the tension spring is where the adjustment is made see Figure 17 Turn clockwise to tighten and counter clockwise to loosen the bobbin case tension Make very small adjustments Check the bobbin tension every time a new bobbin is inserted Page 14 Figure 17 Tighten Bobbin Case Tension The bobbin case tension is TOO LOOSE if it will not lift up onto its side Turn screw clockwise to tighten The bobbin case screw requires very small adjustments Think of the tick of a clock Adjust then check Adjust and check again Loosen Bobbin Case Tension The bobbin case tension is TOO TIGHT if it lifts out of your hand Turn screw counter clockwise to loosen The bobbin case screw requires very small adjustments Think of the tick of a clock Adjust then check Adjust and check again Top Thread Tension Adjustment IMPORTANT NOTE Top thread tension should be adjusted only after the bobbin case foundation tension adjustment is made Puckering gathers and thread breakage occur when the top tension is too tight Loops and thread nests occur on the back when the top thread tension i
20. cause thread tension problems see Figure 5 HandiQuilter com Installing the Color Touch Screen F Figure 6 The color touch screen comes pre installed on its mounting bracket and should have one end of the D cable attached to the back of the touch screen see Figure 6 NOTE Confirm that the power is turned offer before installing the Color Touch Screen 1 Remove the two long bolts from the bag in which they are packed 2 There are three holes on top of the machine head see page 6 Figure 2 17 Only the two holes that are in line with each other are used Ignore the third hole located to the side of these two holes 3 Align the holes in the color touch screen bracket with the two holes on top of the machine with the touch screen facing the needle end of the machine 4 Use a5 mm Allen wrench to insert the two long bolts through the holes of the bracket and into the machine Figure 6 Tighten in place 5 Plug the remaining cable end into the display connector located on the side of the machine page 6 Figure 2 21 6 Remove the protective plastic from the touch screen before using Page 9 Inserti ng or Cha nging the Need le Needles are inexpensive and are important to the success e of your project Plan to change needles every 5 7 hours of quilting or more often if working with a lot of fusibles or y heavy materials Needle Thread Selection Guide EE Needle Size Threads
21. change in the sound of the machine and will affect stitch quality Cleaning the Touch Screen Display Use a soft rag dampened with isopropyl alcohol to gently wipe the display and remove any marks Never use any other chemicals to clean your display as they may adversely affect the touch screen response and clarity Page 15 Using the Touch Screen Display mm ihe Gore xT een i Needle Stop O e Figure 20 Figure 21 Y ihe 34 Figure 22 Page 16 NOTE Review the Handi Quilter Getting Started DVDs for interactive instruction on the HQ Sweet Sixteen menu functions The HQ Sweet Sixteen has a color touch screen display on the front of the machine Settings are changed using this display Main Screen Button Functions Figure 20 Pedal Status The status of the foot pedal connection is displayed in the top left corner of the Main screen Figure 20 If the foot pedal is not properly connected the message Check Pedal will appear in red letters Once the pedal is connected properly the word Pedal appears in that space in black letters On Off Indicator The box in the center of Figure 21 indicates whether or not the motor is running It will be red when the machine is stopped and green when the foot pedal is pressed Current Speed The box in the top right of Figure 21 is the current percentage of full soeed the machine is running The value displayed will vary a
22. d of the machine and the long groove 2 Slide the desired foot down the front of the needle facing the bobbin case onto the mount figure 8 side see Figure 7 push the needle all the way up into Note that the opening the needle bar until it can go no further Look into the on the side of the foot is sight hole to verify that the butt of the needle reaches lined up with the screw the top of the sight hole hole Push the foot up as far as it will go 5 Carefully tighten the thumb screw Over tightening the thumb screw will result in damaged threads or stripping of the screw hole Stripped holes are not covered under warranty To avoid over tightening the screw finger 3 Ensure the middle of the foot opening is centered tighten only with the needle when Figure 9 the foot is fully tightened with the 2 5mm Allen wrench Note Changing the needle is recommended for each If it isn t properly centered loosen the lock nut center new quilt loaded on the machine or any time the needle the foot with the needle hold the foot in position and becomes bent dull or burred firmly tighten the lock nut Figure 9 Page 10 HQ Sweet Sixteen User Manual Threading the Machine Take Up Spring FRONT 1 Place a cone or spool of thread on the spool pin If using a spool make sure that the slits on the spool are against the base of the spool pin holder Pass the thread through the thread mast eyelet from back to front continuing t
23. d off center while maneuvering the machine about the quilt A slightly bent needle can be a major cause of skipped stitches Check for the proper combination of needle size and thread weight being applied to the quilting operation Some fabrics used in quilting may constrict or impede the thread passing through the front groove of the needle This diminishes the loop lift required for stitch formation Typically a larger needle will solve the problem however it has been found that certain smaller sizes of needles as well as the use of ball pointed needles solve some specific problems Position the needle properly to the needle bar Inspect the position of the needle to make sure the needle is at the 6 o clock position see Photo 16 If you stand directly in front of the needle facing the bobbin case side of the machine you will see the entire needle eye directly facing you This is 6 o clock position Make sure 1 the needle is installed all the way into the needle bar to the needle stop hole in the needle bar 2 the long groove in the needle is toward the front bobbin case side and 3 the scarf scooped out part of the needle is toward the handwheel The needle can sometimes be rotated to 5 o clock slightly right or 7 o clock slightly left in order to adjust for a more positive thread loop pickup by the hook point Loosen top tension Re check top and bobbin tension see pages 13 14 Inspect that the thread take up lever
24. des wee 2 Sixteen USER MANUAL QM30270 version 2 0 Handi Quilter eee ex woo ecw o t Designed by a Quilter for Quilters 04 18 14 2014 Handi Quilter Inc Table of Contents NOTE Handi Quilter Getting Started set of DVDs is included with your HQ Sweet Sixteen machine Review the DVDs and these instructions to better understand how to set up and use the HQ Sweet Sixteen 10 11 13 14 16 23 24 27 29 31 33 Safety Section Quick Facts Components Front Side View Components Back Side View Components Rear and Front Views Setting Up the Table Placing Machine in Table Installing Power Cord Installing Foot Pedal Installing Thread Mast Installing Color Touch Screen Inserting Needle Needle Thread Selection Guide Changing the Hopping Foot Threading the Machine Bobbin Case and Bobbin Thread Tension Adjustments Top Thread Tension Adjustment Maintenance Using the Touch Screen Displays Geting Started Quilting Correcting Common Issues Optional Accessories Warranty Warranty Registration Form Training Checklist Safety Section This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Please note Do not operat
25. e o How to use the Laser Pointer stylus Use the included Pantograph HandiQuilter com Designed by a Quilter for Quilters HQ Sweet Sixteen only How to use the foot control How to use the color touch screen Explain functions of touch screen displays How to set Presets and My Speed o How to use Needle up down tie off button Machine Maintenance o How to oil the bobbin hook where how and when o How to clean the bobbin hook area o How to clean wheels and tracks where applicable Customer Name Customer Signature Training Date Trainer Name Rep Signature HQ Rep Business Name Business City and State Province HQ Quilting Machine Model circle one HQ Avant HQ Fusion HQ Sixteen HQ Sweet Sixteen Machine Serial Number Representative To register training services provided return completed and signed certificate by FAX 1 801 294 3011 or MAIL Handi Quilter 445 N 700 W North Salt Lake UT 84054 Retain a copy for your records 01 21 2011 Page 33 This page was intentionally left blank Page 34 HQ Sweet Sixteen User Manual IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGULATIONS Federal Communications Commissions FCC Declaration of Conformity For USA Only Responsible Party Handi Quilter Incorporated 445 North 700 West North Salt Lake UT 84054 USA declares that the product Product Name HQ Sweet Sixteen complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to
26. e your HQ Sweet Sixteen quilting machine until you have completely read the information contained in this manual Please keep all packaging and order information for warranty purposes 1 The HQ Sweet Sixteen is very heavy Never attempt to lift it alone always use two people when lifting 2 Always unplug the HQ Sweet Sixteen from the electrical outlet when performing any maintenance changing the needle removing thread locks or when left unattended 3 Keep fingers away from all moving parts Use caution around the needle or sharp external components 4 Change the needle often Do not use bent or dull needles Every quilt deserves a new needle 5 Switch the power off when making any adjustments in the needle or bobbin area such as threading the needle installing the bobbin case or when oiling or cleaning 6 Never drop or insert foreign objects into any opening 7 The HQ Sweet Sixteen should only be used indoors away from moisture 8 The HQ Sweet Sixteen should not be stored or used in extreme temperatures 9 Use the HQ Sweet Sixteen only for its intended use as described in this manual 10 Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer 11 To disconnect from the wall outlet push the switch to the off position then remove the plug from outlet pulling from the plug not the cord Never operate the HQ Sweet Sixteen if the cord is damaged or not working correctly Ifa mechanical or electrica
27. eads fibers and yarns to your quilt HandiQuilter com HQ Sweet Sixteen 18 Table Extension Figure 37 Expand your original HQ Sweet Sixteen table with HQ Sweet Sixteen Table Extensions Each extension measures 18 x 30 see Figure 36 Purchase one or two to provide extra support for large projects Adding two extensions will expand the original table to a full six feet in width one extension shown above Debbie Brown DVD s 4 Quilter s Academy Sit Down Longarm Quiltin Getting Started Figure 38 Sit Down Longarm Quilting Featuring Debby Brown Handi Quilter National Educator Video 1 Getting Started Video 2 Quilting Blocks and Borders Video 3 Using Rulers and templates Video 4 Thread Work Page 27 This page was intentionally left blank 445 N 700 W 2 North Salt Lake UT 84054 Handi J Phone 801 292 7988 877 697 8458 7 Quilter Fax 801 294 3011 ea nne TT E mail sales handiquilter com Designed by a Quilter for Quilters www Handi Q uilter com Warranty issues should whenever possible be first submitted to the Representative who completed your service training certificate These representatives have been selected for their dedication to customer satisfaction and superior service They provide follow up advice training service accessories and other services Representatives may offer their own warranties in addition to those offered by the manufacturer but do no
28. een adjustments for 60 days and any repairs covered by the warranty Present this checklist to your Authorized HQ Quilting Machine Rep to receive these free services Table o Adjusting length Not applicable for HQ Sweet Sixteen o Adjusting height Machine Set up o Identify the main parts of the machine and where they are located o Ensure machine is properly mounted to the carriage or table o Check all cable connections o Ensure power outlet is available and does not cause a trip hazard o Recommend and explain the importance of a power strip with surge protection for the machine a Leveling the table machine o How to wind a bobbin including adjusting the tensioner and the capacity lever o How to load a quilt Machine Operation all machines o How to turn the machine on and off o How to thread the machine properly a Setting the lower tension bobbin case teach the drop test a Setting the upper tension o Using the Menus Go through each menu and explain O Bringing Up Bobbin Thread How to Tie Off Machine Operation HQ Avant HQ Fusion HQ Sixteen only o Changing from Stitch Regulation to Manual and back a Setting the speed in Manual o Setting the stitches per inch in Stitch Regulated o Light settings a Cruise Stitch known as Stitch Regulation in HQ Sixteen a Precision Stitch not applicable for HQ Sixteen o How to use the front and rear handlebars o How to change the needl
29. ely difficult to unpick The My Speed setting can be decreased or the foot pedal released slightly while maintaining a constant motion with the fabric to bring the stitches back to the desired length When quilting relax your hands and maintain a light touch on the fabric Gripping the fabric too tightly may cause body tension resulting in poor quilting quality and discomfort Different colors of fabric may require different brightness settings for the LED light ring to prevent eye strain Page 23 Correcting Common Issues Skipped Stitches e The needle is damaged dull bent or installed improperly e Incorrect needle size e Very tightly woven fabric such as batiks e Needle has not been positione properly e Thread tension too tight e Improper threading The Needle Breaks e The needle is bent or not installed properly e The needle hits the needle plate Stitches are Puckered e Tension is not balanced e Needle too large for material Page 24 Corrective Measure Replace the needle often normally once or twice per day for continuous quilting or at least once per quilt Use HQ Sweet Sixteen recommended needles Always change the needle if the needle has struck any hard object such as a Straight pin etc The tip of the needle can become damaged or burred resulting in fabric damage as well as skipped stitches thread breakage or shredding Always change the needle if it has been hit bumped or pulle
30. ewer than 10 stitches per inch or decrease it if stitching more than 10 i Low Bobbin Alarm D stitches per inch Bobbin Thread Capacity If TruStitch is attached and powered on the low bobbin 0 0 Yards capacity calculation uses the current last TruStitch stitches per inch setting to calculate bobbin capacity when Remaining Bobbin Thread you are stitching in regulated mode In Manual mode the last stitches per inch setting used in regulated mode is New Bobbin 0 0 Yards A used to calculate the bobbin usage Bobbin Thread Capacity Presets You can store three Bobbin Thread Capacity preset values 100 0 130 0 200 0 one for each of three different types of thread Simply go through the record process with a full bobbin of that type Back Main j you switch to using that type of thread press appropriate WW preset button Insert a full bobbin with that type of thread Figure 32 press New Bobbin and all of the settings will be based on o that type of thread HandiQuilter com Page 19 Figure 31 of thread and then store the capacity as a preset When Timers Figure 33 Volume PA 100 Brightness 100 Figure 34 Page 20 Timers The HQ Sweet Sixteen has two useful timers One timer enables you to set a reminder alarm like a kitchen timer and the other timer tracks how much time you spend on a quilt The first top timer is a reminder timer It en
31. exclusion may not apply This warranty gives the purchaser specific legal rights and the purchaser may also have other rights which may vary for State to State Exclusive Remedy Remedy is limited to the repair or replacement of the defective Product HQ may elect which remedy or combination of remedies to provide at its sole discretion and shall have a reasonable time after determining that a defective Product exists to repair or replace the defective product Replacement Product may be from new or serviceable used parts HQ s warranty applies to repaired or replaced Products for the balance of the applicable period of the original warranty or ninety days from the date of shipment of a repaired or replaced Product whichever is longer HQ s entire liability for any defective Product shall in no event exceed the purchase price for the defective Product This limitation applies even if Handi Quilter cannot or does not repair or replace any defective Product Warranty Claims Service under the above warranties may be obtained by returning the quilting machine with proof of purchase to the authorized Representative from whom the machine was purchased a local Representative or to Handi Quilter Customer Support Any product to be returned to the factory either by customers or Representatives must be accompanied by a Return Material Authorization Number RMA RMAs may be obtained by email sales handiquilter com or by calling customer support tol
32. f installation or removal of any Products and any inspection testing or redesign caused by any defect or by the repair or replacement of Products arising from a defect in any Product e Products which are received by HQ improperly packaged altered or physically damaged e Counterfeit or altered label s or stickers e Broken pins on connectors e Stripped screws or nuts e Connector s damaged cracked missing or broken e Missing torn or punctured seal s HandiQuilter com Page 29 e Internal adjustments tampering or parts replacement done by anyone except authorized Representatives or customers specifically authorized by Handi Quilter Customer Support or warranty repair personnel on a case by case basis The warranty does not cover and the user assumes the risk of and there is hereby excluded any liability to HQ for failure defects loss deterioration personal injury or damage which are due to 1 ordinary wear and tear or exposure 2 abuse misuse negligence or 3 use of parts not authorized by HQ In no event shall HQ be liable to the purchaser of the Machine or to third parties for special or consequential damages including but not limited to death or personal injuries HQ does not assume or authorize any person to assume on its behalf any other obligation of liability other than that set forth herein some states do not allow exclusion of limitation of incidental or consequential damages so above limitation or
33. ined in this manual e Never operate this quilting machine if it has a damaged cord or plug if it is not working properly if it has been dropped or damaged or dropped into water Return the quilting machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination repair electrical or mechanical adjustment e Never operate the machine with any air openings blocked Keep ventilation openings of the machine free from the accumulation of lint dust and loose cloth e Never drop or insert any object into any opening e Do not use outdoors e Do not operate where aerosol spray products are being used or where oxygen is being administered e To disconnect turn the machine switch to the symbol O position which represents off then remove plug from outlet e Do not unplug by pulling on cord To unplug grasp the plug not the cord e Keep fingers away from all moving parts Special care is required around the machine needle e Always use the proper needle plate The wrong plate can cause the needle to break e Do not use bent needles e Switch the machine to the symbol O position to turn it off when making any adjustments in the needle area such as threading needle changing needle threading bobbin or changing presser foot and the like e Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers lubricating or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual e This
34. io noise emission from digital apparatus as set out in the interference causing equipment standard entitled Digital Apparatus ICES 003 of the Depart ment of Communications Radio Interference Other than USA and Canada This machine complies with EN55022 CISPR Publication 22 Class B and AUS NZ 55022 Class B Quick Facts The HQ Sweet Sixteen utilizes high tech electronics and an innovative touch screen user interface to offer greater functionality and ease of operation to home quilters than ever before conceived in the quilting indus try The HQ Sweet Sixteen quilting machine is a high quality machine that incorporates very robust design features and is very easy to service IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using When using this machine basic safety precautions should always be taken including the following Read all instructions before using DANGER To reduce the risk of electric shock e A quilting machine should never be left unattended when plugged in Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning WARNING To reduce the risk of burns fire electric shock or injury to persons e Do not allow to be used as a toy Close attention is necessary when this quilting machine is used by or near children e Use this quilting machine only for its intended use as described in this manual Use only attachments rec ommended by the manufacturer as conta
35. is important to understand the basics of free motion quilting The HQ Sweet Sixteen Quilting Machine does not have feed dogs like domestic machines therefore the fabric does not automatically feed under the hopping foot The operator controls the machine sewing speed with the My Speed setting and the foot pedal and moves the fabric to get an even consistent stitch In order to become comfortable using the HQ Sweet Sixteen quilters can begin with a few simple techniques using a sample quilt sandwich two pieces of fabric with a layer of batting between them HandiQuilter com Calculator Screen A basic six function calculator is provided for your convenience Figure 41 The functions provided are addition subtraction multiplication division square root and percent The arrow button on the top right may be used to delete a digit mistakenly entered Press the Main button to return to the Main menu screen or the Back button to return to the More menu screen Set the machine at a medium My Speed setting perhaps 25 and begin moving the fabric until you become ac customed to the resistance By moving the fabric faster the stitches begin to elongate The My Speed setting can either be increased or the fabric can be moved slower to get the stitches back to the desired length By moving the fabric slower the stitches get shorter and can build up on top of each other breaking the thread or making it extrem
36. isez que les accessoires recommand s par le fabricant conform ment au manuel e N utilisez jamais cette machine si une fiche ou un cable est endommag si elle ne fonctionne pas cor rectement si elle a chut ou a t endommag e ou si elle est tomb e dans l eau Renvoyez la au revendeur ou centre de d pannage agr le plus proche des fins d examen de r paration ou de r glage lectrique ou m canique e N utilisez jamais la machine lorsque les a rations sont bloqu es Ne laissez pas des peluches poussi res et tissus s accumuler dans les ouvertures de ventilation de la machine e N ins rez ni ne laissez tomber aucun objet dans les ouvertures e N utilisez pas la machine l ext rieur e Ne faites pas fonctionner la machine en cas d utilisation d a rosols pulv risations ou d administration d oxyg ne e Pour d brancher la machine mettez l interrupteur de la machine en position O position d arr t puis retirez la fiche de la prise e Ne d branchez pas la machine en tirant sur le c ble Tirez plut t sur la fiche e Ne touchez pas les pi ces mobiles Faites particuli rement attention laiguille de la machine e Utilisez toujours la plaque d aiguille appropri e Si vous utilisez une plaque inad quate vous risquez de casser l aiguille e N utilisez pas d aiguilles tordues e Mettez la machine hors tension interrupteur principal sur O lorsque vous effectuez des r glages li s a
37. l aiguille comme l enfilage et le changement d aiguille l enfilage de la canette ou le changement de pied de biche etc e D branchez toujours la machine de la prise lectrique lorsque vous retirez les capots ajoutez du lubrifiant ou effectuez d autres op rations d entretien mentionn es dans le manuel d instructions e Cette machine coudre n est pas con ue pour tre utilis e par de jeunes enfants ou des handicap s sans surveillance Uniquement pour l Australie et la Nouvelle Z lande e Les jeunes enfants doivent tre surveill s pour s assurer qu ils ne jouent pas avec cette machine CONSERVEZ CES INSTRUCTIONS Cette machine est con ue pour une utilisation domestique COMMENT D BALLER REMBALLER LA MACHINE Conservez le carton et les mat riaux d emballage Il est possible que vous deviez ramener la machine au revendeur ou l envoyer pour la faire r parer Si vous ne l emballez pas correctement ou si vous n utilisez pas les mat riaux d emballage corrects la machine pourrait tre endommag e Suivez le sch ma ci dessous pour d baller et remballer la machine IMPORTANT Ces mat riaux d emballage sont con us pour viter que la machine ne soit endommag e Conservez les au cas o vous auriez besoin de ramener cette machine au revendeur ou de l envoyer pour la faire r parer VEUILLEZ LIRE CES INSTRUCTIONS AVANT D UTILISER LA MACHINE Pour utiliser la machine en toute s curit 1 Surveille
38. l free at 1 877 697 8458 If it is determined that the Product may be defective an RMA number will be issued with instructions for Product return An unauthorized return a return without an RMA number will be shipped back to customer at customers expense Authorized returns are to be shipped prepaid and insured in an approved shipping container The original box and packaging materials should be kept for storing or shipping Shipping Costs Shipping is the responsibility of the customer Product Service and Maintenance Replace needles every 2 4 hours 1 2 per large quilt and lubricate bobbin hook every 3 4 hours of use Periodically check the thread tensioner Use a small brush to clean out all lint loose thread or obstructions from the bobbin hook Servicing is recommended annually from a qualified Representative Servicing will cover belt tensioning encoder positioning bearing retainers hook axial play and timing presser and needle bar adjustment and internal lubrication to take up lever hopping foot levers bushings bearings Handi Quilter Inc Customer Service Department 445 N 700 West North Salt Lake Utah 84054 08 26 10 Page 30 HQ Sweet Sixteen User Manual Warranty Registration 11 08 10 Return this registration card within 30 days of purchase or if you prefer register online at http www handiquilter com warranty MAIL TO Handi Quilter Inc Warranty Registration 445 N 700 W North Salt Lake Utah 840
39. l problem is encountered return the HQ Sweet Sixteen to the nearest authorized service center or the manufacturer for examination repair electrical or mechanical adjustment Page 4 Quick Facts The HQ Sweet Sixteen utilizes high tech electronics and an innovative touch pad user interface to offer greater functionality and ease of operation to home quilters than ever before conceived in the quilting industry The HQ Sweet Sixteen quilting machine is a high quality machine that incorporates very robust design features and is very easy to service Throat Dimensions 8 25 X 16 245 mm X 610 mm Quilting Speed Maximum 1500 SPM Needle System 134 135 X 7 Needle Sizes 12 80 20 125 Hook System Rotary Vertical M class bobbin Bobbin Type Aluminum Class M Bobbin Case Type MF Motor Type Brushless DC Needle Positioning Up and down tie off stitch Electrical Power 90 264 VAC 47 63Hz 300W peak LED Power Consumption 2 25W Hopping Foot Stroke Lift 5 mm Needle Bar Stroke 35 3 mm Take Up Stroke 73 mm Lubrication main components Kluber Lube permanent Lubrication of hook Velocite 10 Texaco 22 Disclaimer Handi Quilter and its Representatives are in no way legally responsible or liable for damage to the HQ Sweet Sixteen when used improperly or not in accordance with the guidelines stated in this manual or when used on machine quilting tables not recommended by Handi Quilter HQ Sweet Si
40. ld be cut off and an appropriate three pin plug fitted With alternative plugs an approved fuse must be fitted in the plug NOTE The plug severed from the main leads must be destroyed as a plug with bared flexible cords is hazard ous if engaged in a live socket outlet In the event of replacing the plug fuse use a fuse approved by ASTA to BS 1362 i e carrying the mark rating as marked on plug Always replace the fuse cover Never use plugs with the fuse cover omitted WARNING DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER F BY THE EARTH SYMBOL OR COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN AND YELLOW The wires in this main lead are coloured in accordance with the following code Blue Neutral Brown Live As the colours of the wiring in the main lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured mark ings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black or blue The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the let ter L or coloured red or brown GROUNDING peene GROUNDED OUTLET BOXES S TAB FOR GROUNDING SCREW N S GROUNDING PIN ADAPTER A B Figure 1 This product is for use on a nominal 120 V or nominal 220 V circuit and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in sketch A in
41. left plugged into a power source when not in use The limited warranty stated in sections b c and d above shall be limited solely to the replacement of parts which in the opinion of HQ are defective in workmanship or material and are returned to HQ or an authorized repair facility or such other point or place that may be designated by HQ All other costs including cost of freight and shipment for repair under this warranty shall be the customers costs This warranty shall be in force only for the original purchaser The machine registration card must be completed and received by HQ before warranty is valid Warranty Exclusions HQ shall have no obligation for any claim under this warranty if the machine has been misused abused neglected damaged in transit or has been altered from the standard specifications established by HQ or if proper maintenance and lubrication have not been timely performed No warranties extend beyond the express warranty offered HQ disclaims all other warranties express or implied regarding the Products including any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose In the United States some laws do not allow the exclusion of the implied warranties Specific exclusions of warranty limitations include but are not limited to the following e General consequential incidental or special damages including damage to fabric or material the cost of rework or lost profits the cost o
42. machine Cleaning and Lubricating the Machine Only use light sewing machine oil in the HQ Sweet Sixteen Internal oiling is not necessary on the HQ Sweet Sixteen except when the machine is taken to a service technician for routine maintenance and cleaning The hook assembly however needs regular lubricating Failure to keep the hook assembly lubricated can cause severe damage to the machine HandiQuilter com Figure 19 To lubricate turn off the machine Remove the bobbin and case before oiling Clean around the hook assembly with a soft brush to remove lint Put a very small drop of oil on the hook in the region where the bobbin basket assembly and the rotating hook meet see Figure 19 The bobbin basket is the portion of the hook that the bobbin case snaps into The bobbin basket remains stationary while the hook rotates around the basket The oil lubricates the region where these two components interlock A drop of oil in the region indicated will work its way back into the interlocking area of the hook and bobbin basket The frequency of lubrication depends upon the usage of the machine Lubricating is recommended before running the machine if it has not been used regularly or every other bobbin change if used frequently After oiling always stitch through a scrap piece of fabric as oil may cling to thread Over oiling can cause excess dripping from the bobbin assembly Lack of lubricant may be noticed by a
43. n screen calculator may be accessed from the More screen System Information The Sys Info Button provides access to machine information This includes the machine Serial Number the hardware and firmware version numbers and the Stitch Counters Diagnostics The Diagnostics button activates the screen where machine diagnostic functions can be performed Diagnostic functions are generally only used when working with your authorized Baby Lock retailer to resolve issues Set Language The HQ Sweet Sixteen screens can appear in English French German or Spanish On the More Screen press the lower left button to cycle between English Fran ais Deutsch and Espa ol After selecting your preferred language press Main to return to the Main Screen Main Press the Main button to return to the Main menu screen HQ Sweet Sixteen User Manual 7 Low Bobbin E Low Bobbin Alarm The HQ Sweet Sixteen includes a low bobbin alarm so Bobbin Thread Capacity you can estimate how soon your bobbin thread will run out This Low Bobbin Capacity is based on an estimate of OO 0 0 Yards how much of a particular thread can fit on a bobbin in combination with other quilting factors such as tension Remaining Bobbin Thread stitches per inch and how much bobbin thread you pull up New Bobbin 0 0 Yards ry when beginning and ending your quilting Figure 30 To estimate how many yards of thread is on a Bob
44. ne is correctly threaded tighten the top tension by rotating the tension knob clockwise Refer to the threading diagram and threading instructions on page 12 Corrective Measure Turn the machine on only by using the switch on the back of the power pod Verify the power cord is plugged in tightly at both the machine and the power source Verify that the foot pedal is plugged in If the main screen status message in the upper left hand corner says Check Pedal then the pedal is not properly installed Page 25 Needle Thread Breaks Top and bobbin tension not balanced Thread cones spools are poor quality or may have severe twisting or thread rot The machine head has been threaded incorrectly or thread spools are not positioned correctly Particles in tension discs Bobbin rotation is not smooth Needle is burred bent or dull or installed incorrectly Needle not suited for the thread Hesitating too long at one point in the pattern Improper needle hook relationship Damage or burr at the needle hole in the needle plate or any other place along the thread path Wrong type of needle Other possible causes No Visible Display Cable unplugged Page 26 Correcting Common Issues Corrective Measure Check the tension of the top tensioner and bobbin for proper balance see page 12 Look for severe twisting of threads when approximately 12 to 15 inches has been pulled off with ends pinched together
45. ng cases e when you have stopped using the machine e when you replace or remove the needle or any other part e in case of failure when you use the machine e when you check or clean the machine e when you leave the machine unattended 3 Connect the machine directly to the wall outlet Do not use extension cords To increase the life of your machine 1 Do not store this machine in areas exposed to direct sunlight or high humidity Never use or store the machine near a heater an iron a halogen lamp or other hot things 2 Use only neutral soaps or detergents to clean the machine Benzene solvents and scouring powders can damage the case and the machine and therefore should never be used 3 Do not drop or bump the machine 4 Always consult the manual to replace or fix the presser foot needle or any other part of the machine To repair or adjust the machine If the machine breaks down or needs adjustment first check the troubleshooting chart in the appendix to inspect and adjust the machine yourself For more product information and updates visit our website at www HandiQuilter com The contents of this manual and product specifications are subject to change without prior notice FOR USERS IN THE UK EIRE MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY If this machine is fitted with a three pin non rewireable BS plug then please read the following IMPORTANT If the available socket outlet is not suitable for the plug supplied with this equipment it shou
46. o thread guide A Figure 10 2 Continue to the three hole thread guide B Beginning at the top wrap all three holes from back to front hand wheel side to needle side see Figure 11 Note The purpose of the three hole thread guide B is to prevent loops of thread coming off the thread cone from going into the top tension as a knot causing thread breakage and bad tension For most threads ona cone it is important to thread all three holes for consistent results and to make adjustments at the top tension assembly An exception to this rule is when working with very delicate threads such as holographic or threads that are prone to breakage You may try skipping one or two holes on thread guide B when using these threads HandiQuilter com m gt DETAIL 1 Figure 11 Note See HQ Quilting Machines Getting Started DVD included with your machine for videos showing threading and other tips These videos are also available on www HandiQuilter com Page 11 Page 12 DETAIL 2 Figure 12 3 Thread continues through thread guide C and then down to the tension assembly see Figure 12 NOTE t is important that the thread is flossed up between the two tension discs If the thread is not firmly in place between the two tension discs the thread rests on the outside of the tension discs without tension and looping on fabric or thread nests may occur 4 Once the thread is in place be sure that the
47. ommended by Handi Quilter Using the wrong needle with a smaller shank diameter causes many problems For example a system 1738 or 287WH needle with a shank diameter of 1 64mm will fit loosely into the clamp at an angle This may cause skipped stitches because the needle is positioned too far away from the hook point It can also cause the needle to hit the hook breaking the needle The needle is too close to the hook which causes friction and a possible collision of the hook point and the needle Needle plate damage Hook damage Broken needle inside needle bar clamp preventing the needle from insertion to the top of the clamp Damaged needle bar clamp Corrective Measure Check the communication cable that connects the display to the machine and make sure the connection is secure HQ Sweet Sixteen User Manual Optional Accessories available from your local HQ Rep or at www HandiQuilter com Horizontal Spool Pin Figure 35 An optional horizontal spool pin is available for use with delicate threads such metallics or holographic threads or for specialty threads that are wound on a spool nota cone Some threads twist and break if fed from a veritcal spool Handi Feet Couching Kit Figure 36 The Handi Feet Couching Kit includes three sizes of interchangeable couching feet 1 5mm 2mm and 3mm You ll have just the right size foot for adding couching embellishments using a variety of specialty thr
48. r et r gler la machine vous m me Si le probl me persiste contactez votre revendeur local agr Pour plus d informations sur le produit et les mises jour visitez notre site Web l adresse www HandiQuilter com Le contenu de ce manuel et des sp cifications de ce produit sont sujets a des modifications sans pr avis Handi Quilter Handi Quilter Inc 445 N 700 W North Salt Lake UT 84054 1 877 697 8458 www handiquilter com P a 2010 Handi Quilter Inc All rights reserved Printed in the USA 04 18 14
49. rious stitch problems and or thread nests It is also possible to bend the needle while it is threaded if care is not taken while moving the machine around the quilt because the top tension is never released HQ Sweet Sixteen User Manual Bobbin and Thread Tension Adjustments Inserting the Bobbin Note Turn off the power switch while inserting the bobbin case or anytime your hands are near the needle area la eal SPRING Figure 15 Figure 13 1 Place the bobbin in the bobbin case so that the thread pulls off clockwise when viewing the open side Figure 13 Figure 16 3 To insert the bobbin case into the machine grasp the bobbin case with thumb and first finger Do not lift the lever on bobbin case Fit the bobbin case onto the hook spindle in the machine Rotate the case until the open throat keys into the alignment notch in the middle of the hook Push the case in until it stops in place Push the case inward further until it clicks see Figure 16 Allow the thread end to hang freely NOTE Pulling out the latch lever pushes the bobbin forward in the bobbin case aiding in removal of the bobbin The lever should be used only for removing the bobbin case from the machine Figure 14 2 Slide the thread through the slot Figure 14 and under the tension spring leaving 5 6 inches of thread hanging loose Figures 14 and 15 Fig NOTE See HQ Quilting Machines Getting Started DVD
50. rmed The System Information Lifetime count is the total number of stitches made since the machine was built The Trip Counter can be reset to Serial Number HA010553310 keep track of the number of stitches made during a given Type Board Firmware project To reset this counter press the blue Reset C Pod button found aligned with the Trip counter Handles 3 00 aa The Lifetime counter cannot be reset and should be Stitch Counters used as an indicator to determine when general machine maintenance should be performed by an authorized Handi Lifetime 000005335 Quilter Representative Figure 40 J Trip Reset 000005335 Press the Main button to return to the Main menu screen or the Back button to return to the More menu Figure40 Page 22 HQ Sweet Sixteen User Manual Figure 41 Getting Started Quilting Thread Requirements Threads have a tendency to dry rot over a period of time Be sure to choose high quality threads for your valuable heirloom quilts Most machine quilting threads on the market today are acceptable Needle Requirements For general quilting a size 16 100 needle will accom modate most threads and fabrics Heavier threads such as top stitch and some decorative threads require a larger needle such as 18 110 or 20 120 Heavier fabrics such as denim canvas or densely woven fabric may require a larger needle To Prepare for Quilting With any quilting machine it
51. s too loose See Figure 18 on next page Tension may need to be adjusted depending on the fabric thread or batting used in each project Unlike the bobbin case adjustment which requires minute adjustments like the tick of a clock the top tension knob may require turns anywhere from 1 4 of a turn to 2 4 turns to achieve balanced tension Tighten Top Thread Tension To adjust the top tension tighter turn the top thread tension knob page 5 Figure 1 5 clockwise HQ Sweet Sixteen User Manual Loosen Top Thread Tension To loosen the tension turn the top thread tension knob page 5 Figure 1 5 counter clockwise NOTE Before adjusting the top tension remember to floss or pull the top thread up into the tension discs or it will float outside the discs providing little or no top tension This could cause significant tension or nesting problems on the bottom side of the quilt If the top tension is too loose causing loops of thread on the underside of the quilt and no amount of tightening the top thread tension knob seems to affect it there s a good chance that the thread is riding on the outside of the tension discs and is not flossed between them A stitch is balanced when the top thread and the bobbin thread meet in the middle of the quilt sandwich TENSION IMBALANCE Tight Top Thread Figure 18 Maintenance NOTE Turn off the machine and remove the power cord when performing maintenance on the
52. s you press and release the foot pedal The maximum percentage value that is displayed is controlled by the Limit that is set for the machine Limit Controls The Limit box encompasses two main features the My Speed controls and Preset buttons The My Speed controls consist of and buttons and the white My Speed display box Figure 22 Pressing the button will increase the maximum motor speed the pedal controls Pressing the button will decrease the maximum speed The My Speed range is between 5 and 100 or between 75 and 1500 stitches per minute SPM The current percentage My Speed value is displayed in the white box under the Limit text This My Speed setting will be preserved when the machine is shut off allowing you to begin quilting again at the same speed when you turn the machine back on HQ Sweet Sixteen User Manual Figure 23 1 2 Second T Bair Sweet _ xTeen S8 Needle Stop D Figure 24 Figure 25 Figure 26 HandiQuilter com Presets Save up to three preset speeds to quickly switch between speed preferences For example you may prefer a slower speed when using rulers and a faster speed when doing all over meandering quilting Figure 23 Use the and buttons to adjust the speed percentage and then press the record button next to one of the preset values to store that speed as a preset When you want
53. t obligate the manufacturer HQ QUILTING MACHINE LIMITED WARRANTY Handi Quilter Inc hereinafter HQ offers a limited warranty on the HQ QUILTING MACHINE hereinafter Machine to be free of defects in workmanship and materials under normal use upon the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth a 90 day Limited Warranty During the first 90 days from date of purchase HQ will repair any manufacturing defect without charge for parts or labor All subsequent warranties include parts costs only b 10 year Limited Manufacturer s Warranty HQ warrants the sewing head is free of casting or machining imperfections causing product failure This warranty does not extend to mechanical or electronic electrical parts which are covered under a separate warranty or consequential damage to the head caused by mechanical or electronic electrical part failures beyond their warranty period c 2 year Mechanical Warranty For any mechanical failure within this period manufacturer will provide free replacement parts customer pays for labor and shipping See warranty exclusions d 2 year electronic electrical warranty The electric electronic components are warranted to be free from manufacturing defects for one year from the date of purchase If any defect is reported within this period manufacturer will provide free replacement parts customer pays for labor and shipping The 2 year elec tronic electrical warranty will be invalid if the machine is
54. wn for Storage The HQ Sweet Sixteen table has been designed to accommodate the HQ Sweet Sixteen machine It has folding legs that are height adjustable and is heavy enough to provide stabilization for quilting at high speeds 1 Open the box and gently remove the table taking care not to drop the table on the floor The table weighs nearly 50 pounds so it is recommended that you ask someone to help N Unfold the legs pulling on the horizontal braces until the legs snap into place Set the table upright W Make the table taller by pinching the two height adjustment tabs on each set of legs and lifting on table while holding legs down with foot Make the table shorter by pinching the same tabs and pushing down on the table 4 To store the table remove machine and return legs to their lowest position UT The legs are attached to the table top with brackets of two different sizes One is longer than the other Identify the long and the short leg brackets O Fold in the short bracket leg first Push on the horizontal braces to loosen the legs and push them back toward the table top N Repeat with the long bracket leg Placing the Machine in the Table y We recommend having someone help lift and place the machine N Lift the machine by putting one arm through the throat space Guide the machine from the back of the table into the slot Machine is positioned correctly when the back of
55. xteen User Manual HQ Sweet Sixteen Components Front Side View dl Figure 1 1 Thread Mast Components Not Identified 2 Thread Guide A Because the HQ Sweet Sixteen is upgradeable to a stand up 3 Three Hole Thread Guide B frame quilting system there are components found on the 4 Thread Guide C machine that are not used for sit down machine quilting 5 Top Thread Tension Assembly such as threaded holes for handlebars 6 Stirrup Thread Guide E 7 Take Up Lever 8 Thread Guide F 9 Front Casing Frame 10 Hand Wheel HandiQuilter com Page 5 Back Side View 11 Needle Bar 18 Front Threaded Display Mounting Holes 12 Needle Bar Thread Guide 19 Front Base 13 Needle 20 Back Casing Frame 14 Ruler Foot 21 Rear Base 15 Needle Plate 22 Color Touch Screen Display Connector 16 Handi Feet mount 23 Threaded Horizontal Spool Pin Mounting Hole 17 Presser Bar DETAIL A Figure 2 Page 6 HQ Sweet Sixteen User Manual Rear and Front Views 23 On Off Switch 27 Spool Pin 1 24 Power Cord Connector 28 Electronic Control Pod C Pod 25 Accessory Power Outlet 29 Bobbin Assembly 26 Foot Pedal Connector 30 LED Light Ring 31 Power Pod P Pod 32 Spool Pin 2 CL a 2 Rear Figure 3 HandiQuilter com Page 7 Setting Up the Table and Taking it Do
56. z attentivement l aiguille lorsque vous cousez Ne touchez pas la molette le levier compensateur du fil l aiguille ou d autres pi ces mobiles 2 Mettez la machine hors tension et d branchez le cordon dans les cas suivants e lorsque vous avez cess d utiliser la machine e lorsque vous remplacez ou retirez l aiguille ou toute autre pi ce e en cas de panne lorsque vous utilisez la machine e lorsque vous v rifiez ou nettoyez la machine e lorsque vous laissez la machine sans surveillance 3 Branchez la machine directement a la prise murale N utilisez pas de rallonge Pour augmenter la dur e de vie de votre machine 1 Ne rangez pas cette machine dans des endroits expos s directement la lumi re du soleil ou tr s humides N utilisez pas et ne rangez pas la machine pr s d un chauffage d un fer repasser d une lampe halog ne ou d autres objets chauds 2 N utilisez que des savons ou d tergents neutres pour nettoyer le bo tier Le benz ne les solvants et les poudres r curer peuvent endommager le bo tier et la machine et ne doivent donc jamais tre utilis s 3 Ne faites pas tomber et ne cognez jamais la machine 4 Consultez toujours ce manuel pour remplacer ou fixer correctement les pieds de biche l aiguille ou toute autre pi ce Pour r parer ou r gler la machine Si la machine tombe en panne ou n cessite des r glages consultez tout d abord le tableau de d pannage en annexe pour inspecte
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