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USER MANUAL - Handi Quilter Canada

1. Diagram B Diagram C Page 3 Installation 1 Place the carriage on the table rails ensuring that the Carriage Encoder Assembly will be toward the back of the machine the power cord side of the machine The back side of the carriage has an encoder assembly attached to the rear cross piece Be sure to place the carriage on the frame correctly see Photo 1 Place the machine on the carriage Plug the Ribbon cable into the Carriage Encoder Assembly The connector is keyed so make sure the keyed portion of the cable connector aligns with the keyed portion of the encoder connector The remaining length of cable comes back under the Power Pod from the Rear Encoder Assembly behind the machine and into the 9 pin serial port of the machine see Photo 2 Fold cable back and under the P Pod Photo 1 Photo 2 REMEMBER that if the machine is to be removed from the carriage the cable must be disconnected from the Carriage Encoder Assembly The other two connectors on the cable should remain in place Failure to unplug the cable when removing the machine from the carriage could result in damage to the cable encoders and carriage HQ Fusion User Manual 1 0 Page 4 Installing Front Handles Caution Unplug the HQ Fusion from the electrical outlet All power to the machine must be turned off when installing the front handles Failure to do so can result in damage to the machine Locate the three long bolts a
2. The stylus is stored on the bottom right hand corner of the touch screen display For easiest access to the stylus tilt the touch screen display until it is completely flat screen facing upward You may then access audio or video files using the Audio and Video players found within the More screen If you are attempting to load an update for the display from the card you will be required to re boot your system in order for the update to begin Updates for the rest of the system can be loaded using the Update button HQ Fusion User Manual 1 0 Page 25 Troubleshooting Stitches are Skipping gt The needle is damaged dull Replace the needle often normally once or twice per day for continuous quilting or at least once bent or installed improperly per quilt Use HQ Fusion 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 pulled off center while maneuvering the machine about the quilt A slightly bent needle can be a major cause of skipped stitches Incorrect needle size Check for the proper size of needle for the work and thread being applied to the quilting operation Some battings and fabrics used in quilting may constrict or impede the thread passing through the front
3. Handi Quilter eee ea A oS Q Cd anoo Designed by a Quilter for Quilters 04 14 09 2009 Handi Quilter Inc 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 operate your HQ Fusion quilting machine until you have completely read the information contained in this manual Please keep all packaging and order information for warranty purposes ls 2 Ue ae aca 12 The HQ Fusion is very heavy Never attempt to lift it alone always use two people when lifting Always unplug the HQ Fusion from the electrical outlet when performing any maintenance changing the needle removing thread locks or when left unattended Keep fingers away from all moving parts Use caution around the needle or sharp external components Change the needle often Do not use bent or dull needles 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 Never drop or insert foreign objects into any opening The HQ Fusion should only be used indoors away from moisture The HQ Fusion should not be stored or used in extreme temperatures Use the HQ Fusion only f
4. Choose high quality threads for your valuable heirloom quilts Most machine quilting threads on the market today are acceptable for use with the HQ Fusion Threads may weaken with time so keep your thread collection fresh Needle Requirements For general quilting a size 16 100 needle will accommodate most threads and fabrics Heavier threads such as topstitch and some decorative threads require a larger needle such as 18 110 or 20 120 Lofty batts and heavier fabrics such as denim canvas or densely woven fabric may also require a larger needle To Prepare for Quilting With any quilting machine it is important to understand the basics of free motion quilting The HQ Fusion Quilting Machine does not have feed dogs like domestic machines therefore the fabric does not automatically feed under the hopping foot The operator should synchronize the speed as well as the movement of the machine to get an even consistent stitch In order to become comfortable with the free motion of the HQ Fusion users can begin with a few beginer techniques In Manual Mode Set the machine at a medium speed and begin moving it until you become accustomed to the resistance By moving the machine faster the stitches begin to elongate The stitch speed can either be increased or the machine can be moved slower to get the stitches back to the desired length By moving the machine slower the stitches get shorter and can build up on top of each other bre
5. Power Cord 8 Hex Wrench 9 Memory Card Kit 10 Instructional DVD 11 Instruction Manual 12 HQ Fusion Quilting Machine HQ Fusion Components Front Side Diagram A Diagram A Thread Mast Thread Guide A Thread Guide B Three Hole Thread Guide C Thread Guide D Tension Assembly Stfap Thread Guide D Take Up Lever Thread Guide F 10 Front Casing Frame 11 Back Hand Wheel 12 Front Hand Wheel 13 Side Laser Stylus Post Hole HQ Fusion User Manual 1 0 Page 2 Back Side Diagram B 14 Hopping Foot 15 Needle 16 Needle Bar Thread Guide Needle Bar Presser Bar Needle Plate Front Handle Serial Port Connector Ruler Base Position Guides Front Wheel Base 23 Wheels 4 24 Back Casing Frame 25 Rear Wheel Base 26 Front Threaded Handle Holes 2 Top Laser Stylus Post Rear Front Diagram C Spool Pin 1 Electronic Control Pod Laser Stylus Power Connector Serial Port for Stitch Regulator Rear Handle Bar Serial Port 33 Rear Threaded Handle Holes Accessory Power Outlet Power Cord Connector On Off Switch Power Pod Spool Pin 2 Micro Handle Mounting Bracket Micro Handle Removable Plug Bobbin Assembly Note A Handi Quilter Welcome DVD is included with your HQ Fusion Machine Review the DVD and these instructions to better understand how to set up and use the HQ Fusion HQ Fusion User Manual 1 0
6. 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 gt The needle has not been found that certain smaller sizes of needles as well as the use positioned properly 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 back handwheel Photo 16 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 Fabric is too tight on the frame Loosen pole tension on the frame Fabric that is rolled too tight causes the fibers to separate This reduces the needle friction on the thread resulting in a smaller thread loop gt Thread tension too tight Loosen top tension Re check top and bobbin tension see pages 12 13 Improper threading Inspect that the thread t
7. nut and onto the machine painted surface The washer protects the painted surface when the nut is tightened Tighten the mast clockwise until it is securely in place Use the nut to secure the mast to the machine Note The eyelets of the thread mast MUST be centered over the spool pins so the cone will not pull turn or tilt causing thread tension problems see Photo 5 HQ Fusion User Manual 1 0 Photo 5 Installing the Laser Stylus Begin by locating the laser stylus guide post the laser holder and the laser stylus To attach the laser stylus to the top of the machine 1 Locate the threaded hole on top of the machine near the front see diagram B 20 The laser stylus guide post comes with the washer and nut on it Remove the nut and washer replace the nut onto the post and then place the washer under the nut and onto the machine painted surface The washer protects the painted surface when the nut is tightened Tighten the post clockwise until it is securely in place Use the nut to secure the post to the machine Be sure the laser stylus is inserted into the laser clamp BA Diagram F Slide the laser clamp over the post to the desired height Plug the laser into the top port on the side of the front electronic control pod see diagram C 29 To attach the laser stylus to the side of the machine 1 Place the nut on the laser stylus guide post with the washer under it and thread the laser guide post into t
8. the presser foot is raised allowing the thread to come freely out of the machine When a home machine is threaded 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 Fusion quilting machine where the top tension is always tight and the tension discs are never open Therefore the thread must be pulled up or dssed between the tension discs or it will stay outside the discs and float without tension causing serious tension problems and or thread nests Itis 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 Optional Horizontal Spool Holder 1 An optional horizontal spool holder is available for metallic and specialty threads wound on a spool not a cone 2 The horizontal spool holder mounts on the laser stylus guide post on the top of the machine see Photo 8 3 When using threads on the Horizontal Spool Holder skip thread guides A and B Thread the top hole only of the three hole thread guide C back to front 4 Continue threading the machine as described in steps 3 through 7 above Photo 8 HQ Fusion User Manual 1 0 Page 10 Bobbin and Thread Tension Adjustments Inserting the Bobbin 1 Place the bobbin in the bobbin case so that the thread pulls off clockwise when viewing the open side Photo 9 2 Slide the thread through
9. ake up lever thread stirrup or tension spring are all threaded correctly gt The needle is bent or not Replace or correctly change the needle Make sure that the needle is pushed up into the needle installed properly 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 gt The needle hits the throat Correctly position the needle throat plate or hopping foot Replace with a new needle plate The hopping foot applies too Decrease the pressure on the hopping foot by loosening the nut at the base of the hopping foot much pressure to the shaft Adjust to the proper height Note When tightening the nut on the hopping foot shaft be material careful not to tighten so tight that it rotates the bar The tension is not balanced gt Balance the tension of the needle thread after ensuring the bobbin tension is adjusted correctly see page 12 Needle too large for material Replace the needle with a size better suited for the fabric The tension is not balanced gt Adjust the tension of the needle thread after ensuring the bobbin tension is adjusted correctly see page 12 Bobbin case is damaged Since thread slides over the surface of the bobbin case at a high speed make sure the case is corroded dirty etc free of any lint or foreign matter that could impede thread passage through the mach
10. aking the thread or making it extremely difficult to unpick The stitch speed can be decreased while maintaining a constant motion with the machine to bring the stitches back to the desired length In Stitch Regulator Mode Set the machine to desired stitch length Begin moving the machine to become accustomed to the resistance The machine motor will slow down or speed up to maintain a consistent stitch length according to how quickly or slowly you move the machine Moving the machine too fast or in radical or jerky movements will defeat the stitch regulator function In MANUAL or CRUISE REGULATION Mode when pressing START on the front or rear handle bars make certain to begin moving the machine immediately If the needle stitches in one place too long the stitches build up on top of each other causing a build up of thread or thread breakage When bringing the machine to a complete stop press the STOP button at the same moment the machine stops moving If the machine is still moving when the STOP button is pressed it can cause deflection in the needle possibly causing it to bend or break In PRECISION REGULATION mode the needle will not begin moving when you press the START button until you begin moving the machine When quilting relax your hands and maintain a light touch on the handlebars Gripping the handlebars too tightly may cause body tension resulting in poor quilting quality The HQ Fusion combined with the Fusion Frame system w
11. ch several different locations on the screen with your stylus To complete calibration you will be asked to tap the screen to keep the changes or to wait for 30 seconds to keep your current calibration settings On screen diagnostics may be accessed to help identify certain problems with the HQ PIE eaea Fusion Pressing the Diagnostics button will call up a screen that contains several diagnostics test programs you may choose from Press the ain menu button to return to the Bgulated or Maual menu screen or the f button to return to the More menu screen HQ Fusion User Manual 1 0 Page 18 Diagnostics Screen Diagnostics Motor Sensor Needle Sensor _ gt p Pa ne tS t X Motion Y Motion Main Menu Back Press any of the gt test buttons to perform that particular diagnostic test f Back Press the button to return to the Bgulated or Maual menu screen or the button to return to the System Information menu screen DIET LO The Motor Sensor test can help you determine whether they may be Motor Sensor Test a problem with the HQ Fusion motor Rotating the front or back hand oro EF SAR eat wheel should result in a pulsing audible eep If you get a constant solid eep or no ep at all this indicates a failed test and the dbs j Machine should be inspected by a qualified Handi Quilter repair as you rotat
12. d be done at the top tension assembly oH Thread continues through thread guide D and then down to the tension assembly see Detail 2 below NOTE It is important that the thread is 4 ssed 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 Diagram G DETAIL SCALE 1 2 TAKE UP SPRING DETAIL 2 SCALE 1 2 4 Once the thread is in place be sure that the thread catches on the take up spring and then pull it down under the stirrup thread guide E HQ Fusion User Manual 1 0 Page 9 5 Bring the thread back up through the take up lever from back to front and then down through thread guide F Pull the thread down to the needle thread guide and thread through the hole 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 Note To test that the machine is threaded correctly and the tension is correct carefully pull the needle thread taking care to not bend the needle It should pull smoothly with light to medium tension Important notes The HQ Fusion 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
13. e Main Menu technician the front or back hand wheels Failing Test i A soild tone or no beeping at all Back as you rotate the hand wheel Diagnostics The Needle Sensor test will indicate whether the needle position Needle Sensor Test sensor is functioning properly Rotating the front or back handwheel ana Ae on should result in a eep for half of a stitch cycle followed by no beep YOU SnOUIG hear a beep Tor dyz ot for the other half 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 a stitch cycle and no beep for the NN remainder of the stitch cycle Main Menu Failing Test You will hear either no beep or a solid beep as you rotate technician the front or back hand wheel Back through a full stitch MET hitters Use the X Motion Sensor test to verify functionality of the X stitch regulator encoder the encoder mounted at the rear of the carriage X Motion Sensor Test Push machine slowly left and right As you move the carriage left and right you should hear a pulsing Passing Test l ep that pulses faster as you move faster A solid beep no beep You will hear a pulsing beep i i i which increases in frequency a Or periods of irregular beeping with constant motion indicate a as you increase the spee of the machine aN Ma
14. e Gruise indicator box at the top of the screen indicates whether the machine is in Crse regulation mode or in Preision regulation mode Cruise mode can be set from within the More screen between 5 and 100 or Precisin To set to Precisin mode press the button until the word Ricision appears in the box For information on other buttons on this screen please refer back to the Manual Mode screen HQ Fusion User Manual 1 0 Page 15 More Screen Cruise Speed Button Functions iinom Accesses the system s video player feature Videos must be saved onto an SD memory card and inserted into the memory card slot on the right hand side of the touch screen device Videos should be in MPEG 1 MP4 WMV AVI ASF or 3GP format Audio files may be played using the Audio feature Audio files must be stored onto an SD memory card and inserted into the memory card slot on the right hand side of the touch screen device Audio files should be in MP3 WMA or WAV format An on screen calculator may be accessed from the More screen Systerhwill display information about the Fusion electronics board and firmware versions as well as serial number and Lifetime and Project counters The System screen also allows access to the touch screen calibration program and some diagnostics tests The Gruise Speed may be adjusted here using the and bins to speeds between 5 and 100 I
15. ed or brittle Top and bobbin tensions not Check thread tension in top and bobbin for proper balance See pages balanced The machine head has been Check that the machine is threaded correctly threaded incorrectly or Inspect for accidental double wrapping of thread on thread guides thread spools are not Inspect the thread mast making sure the eyelets of the mast are directly over the spools positioned correctly Inspect the vertical positioning of the thread cones Tipped cones can dramatically affect thread tension and can cause breakage Particles in tension discs Inspect for particles and remove any fuzz or debris Bobbin rotation is not smooth Change the bobbin The slightest hesitation of the bobbin rotation can be the cause of dramatic tension change and thread breakage Needle is burred bent or dull Change the needle at least once per quilt Make sure the needle is installed to the top of the or installed incorrectly stop hole in the needle bar Needle not suited for thread Replace the needle to one better suited for the thread Use the proper size needle Hesitating too long at one Move more quickly so stitches don t overlap or build up When starting the machine begin point in pattern moving immediately Sewing in one place too long will cause the thread to break Improper needle hook Timing of the machine is improper Consult a repair technician relationship Damage or Bufrat needle If thread is shredding at the th
16. edle completely and cause the needle to position itself in the needle Up or Down position When in Precision Regulation mode there is a red or green light next to the word Precision in the top right hand corner of the screen When you press the Start button the light will turn green indicating that as soon as you start moving the machine the machine will begin stitching When you press the Stop button the light will turn red indicating that the needle will not move when you move the machine NOTE Always make sure the light is RED when you are in Precision Regulation mode prior to working with your hands near the needle changing the needle replacing the bobbin etc to avoid unwanted stitching in your quilt or your hands If you leave the HQ Fusion in Precision Regulation mode with the Green Light on and do not move the machine for two minutes the system will tme out and a message box will appear indicating that the system has stopped and you will need to press the rt button again to resume quilting Watch Your Speed It is important to not move the machine too fast since this will result in an OVERSPEED CONDITION during which the machine drops out of regulation until you slow your motions to below 100 of motor capacity You can return to MANUAL mode from by pushing the MANUAL button at the top of the touch screen display HQ Fusion User Manual 1 0 Page 22 To Begin Quilting Thread Requirements
17. f you adjust the speed lower than 5 the uise regulation function will be turned off Press the amp button to return to either the Regulated or Mawal main menu screen HQ Fusion User Manual 1 0 Page 16 Lights Screen Light Adjustment main menu Color Color Adjust the color of the lighting by dragging the buton left or right across the slide bar Cool lighting will appear more blue while warm lighting will appear more red If you slide the bar to the extreme left this will turn on the UV lights and turn the white lights off UV CAUTION Looking directly into the UV lights or prolonged exposure to the UV lights can damage your eyes Limit the use of the UV lights to avoid permanent eye damage Use of UV A B blocking sunglasses will reduce eye strain and limit the effects of prolonged exposure to UV lighting CAUTION Users who have had cataract surgery should not use the UV lighting unless they have had UV A B blocking replacement lenses implanted as part of the surgery UV lighting can be very useful when trying to view white thread or white chalk on white fabric The best contrast is achieved when viewed in a dark or dimly lit room Although Handi Quilter has chosen to use UV lights which emit a light wavelength at the lowest end of the UV spectrum to minimize eye strain and damage constant or direct exposure to any UV lighting can cause eye strain and may lead to permanent eye damage Care s
18. g the finger front to back not up and down which is not consistent the bobbin case should lift up on its side but NOT lift out of your hand If it will not lift up onto its side it is too loose and if it lifts out of your hand it is too tight The small screw in the center of the tension spring is where the adjustment is made see Photo 13 Turn clockwise to tighten and counterclockwise to loosen the bobbin case tension Check your bobbin tension every time a new bobbin is inserted Photo 13 HQ Fusion User Manual 1 0 Page 11 Top Tension 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 is too loose Tension may need to be adjusted depending on the fabric thread or batting you are using on each project Important Top tension should be adjusted after the bobbin case foundation tension adjustment is made To adjust the top tension tighter turn the tension knob clockwise To loosen the tension turn the tension knob counter clockwise If the bobbin case tension is adjusted a degree on the screw the top tension may need to be adjusted a to 1 2 turn to compensate or balance the tension Note Before adjusting your 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 bott
19. he threaded hole see diagram A 14 near the rear wheel base Turn until securely in place Lock in place with lock nut the washer will be under the nut to protect the machine paint see Photo 6 An unused spool pin can also be used to mount the laser Follow steps 2 4 above Photo 6 HQ Fusion User Manual 1 0 Page 7 Laser Stylus Safety and Use Guidelines Theory of Operation The laser stylus projects a straight laser beam visible as a dot on surfaces it hits The laser dot is used as a guide or stylus allowing you to stitch the same pattern onto a quilt that is being traced with the laser dot Laser Operation and Use There is not a separate on off switch for the laser Power is supplied to the laser when it is plugged into the HQ Fusion Be sure the laser is attached to the HQ Fusion and pointed downward toward the table before connecting it to the port Never point it in a direction that would project the beam into someone s eyes If the laser should cease to operate check to ensure the plug is firmly seated into the HQ Fusion laser port Caution Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure Laser Focus Laser Image Size This high quality laser is focusable The laser is focused by simply grasping the threaded housing surrounding the lens and turning clockwise or counter clockwise see Photo 7 The laser image can be adju
20. hould be taken to avoid looking directly at the UV lights which emit a violet colored light and the UV lights should only be used when other lighting sources cannot produce the visual contrast necessary to achieve accurate quilting Intensity Adjust the light intensity by sliding the button left or right across the slide bar to achieve the desired lighting intensity Main ein Press the E8 f button to return to the Bgulated or Maual menu screen HQ Fusion User Manual 1 0 Page 17 System Information Calibrate Bit lelslel aie System Info i l mny Main Menu a 2 P j v 4 X li E at AT O ETSEAN e a m n ACHMOC DW P g a f in LiiccLiiticc GL TIL JU UU Emil GCE G VU UUIIL YYYY Information contained in the yellow boxes identifies the electronics board revision number as well as the firmware revision number of the HQ Fusion The serial number of the HQ Fusion is listed at the bottom just under the Lifetime and Projet stitch counters The Project Counter can be reset to keep track of the number of stitches Reset taken during a given project To reset this counter press the pink button just to the left of the Prect Count box Button Functions To calibrate the touch screen press the librate button in the System Information screen Calibrate A new screen will appear which will ask you to touch the center of a cross hairs with your stylus You will be asked to tou
21. ill give you a smooth even glide HQ Fusion User Manual 1 0 Page 23 Using the Memory Card Identifying the Parts USB Adapter e Aa toe hee Nye i K UOR E E n E as m E Micro SD The smallest component the Micro SD card is the actual memory device It can be plugged into the USB adapter to be used on a home computer or the SD adapter to be plugged into the Pro Stitcher touch screen display How to Use the Memory Card Files including updates from Handi Quilter audio files and video files may be added to your memory card from your home computer by using the USB adapter To remove the USB adapter from the plastic carrying case use the string to pull the USB adapter out of the case enough to grasp the USB end with your fingers and remove it the rest of the way Insert the Micro SD memory card into the USB adapter as shown above Plug the USB adapter into your home computer and locate the memory card on your computer s operating system Copy files to the card according to your computer s requirements After saving files to the memory card remove the Micro SD card from the USB adapter and plug it into the SD adapter Insert the SD card into the right hand side of the touch screen device making sure to push it in until it elicks into position and does not spring back out It may be necessary to use the stylus to aid in pressing the SD card into position HQ Fusion User Manual 1 0 Page 24
22. in Menu problem with the X encoder This could be an unplugged or Failing Test _ ae damaged cable a stitch regulator wheel that is not rotating or possibly Or MEANA Beep you Mowe Back an issue with the main control board the machine left and right HQ Fusion User Manual 1 0 Page 19 Diagnostics Y Motion Sensor Test Use the Y Motion Sensor test to verify functionality of the Y stitch Push machine slowly forward ahd back regulator encoder the encoder mounted to the rear power pod side Passing Test machine wheel As you move the carriage toward and away from You will hear a pulsing beep which increases in frequency n yOu you should hear a pulsing beep that pulses faster as you move Main WIR faster A solid beep no beep or periods of irregular beeping with Failing Test lt constant motion indicate a problem with the Y encoder This could oF Sold beeps ypu meee FT be an unplugged or damaged cable a stitch regulator wheel that is Lo Waa OC not rotating or possibly an issue with the main control board The Keypad test allows the user to press any of the four keys on the Diagnostics front or back handles to verify that the HQ Fusion is reading the Keypad Test buttons as they are pressed When a key is pressed a ep will be Press each of the keys on the handlebars a AE heard and the name of the key that is pressed will appear in the Each key pressed will result
23. in a yellow box beep and the name of that key displayed below m f Main Menu You will not hear a beep or see the key name above Updates Handi Quilter may release updates on occasion that can be downloaded from the Internet and saved to the included SD memory card The memory card should then be plugged into the 4 slot on the right hand side of the touch screen display as shown Press it all the way in until it K clicks into position and does not spring back out It may be necessary to use the stylus to assist you in pushing the card in all the way With the update file saved onto the SD card and SD card in place Update in the touch screen monitor press the button A message will appear telling you not to remove the SD card while the update is in process Press OK and the update will begin If the system is unable to locate a proper update file on the SD card then an error message will appear and you can cancel the update Main Menu From any of the Diagnostics screens press the button to return to the Reglated or Idnual menu screen or Back button to return to the Diagnostics menu screen the HQ Fusion User Manual 1 0 Page 20 Using the Handle Buttons The following functions take effect by pressing and then quickly releasing the button Selection Type Needle Up Needle Down Allows the user to manually move the needle one half stitch or
24. ine Moving the machine too fast Synchronize machine movement and needle speed to get roughly 8 10 stitches per inch for needle speed selected Elongated stitches are an indication of moving the machine too fast for the current speed HQ Fusion User Manual 1 0 Page 26 Tension is Poor Corrective Measure gt If using short staple threads inexpensive or industrial threads or coated threads lint and other material will build up under the tension leaf spring and begin to lift the spring reducing the Fuzz caught under the tension spring in the bobbin 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 fairly close to its preset tension Hand Wheel Won t f Corrective Measure Rotate Thread is entangled and gt Turn off the machine and unplug the machine from the electrical outlet Lubricate the hook caught in the hook strongly turn the hand wheel clockwise and if necessary counterclockwise several times and then remove the thread caught in the hook Thread Nests Under Quilt Corrective Measure gt Not enough tension on top gt Check that the machine is threaded correctly Make certain that the thread is flossed snugly in thread place between the two tension discs If machine is threaded correctly tighten top tension by rotating the tension knob clockwise gt Improper threading Refer to threading diagram and
25. n the sound of the machine and will affect stitch quality HQ Fusion User Manual 1 0 Page 12 Using the Displays on the Handles Cleaning the Touch Screen Display Never use any chemicals to clean your display as this may adversely affect the touch screen response Use a damp soft rag and gently wipe the display to remove any marks from the display If necessary diluted mild dishwasher soap may be used on the soft rag to remove grease marks Machine and Handlebar Menus Note Review the Handi Quilter Welcome DVD for interactive instruction on the HQ Fusion menu functions The HQ Fusion has touch screen displays on the front and rear handles Settings may be changed at either of these locations HQ Fusion User Manual 1 0 Page 13 Manual Mode Screen G 4 4 Needle Down Button Functions Pressing the Bgulated button while in the Manual Mode Screen will toggle to the Regulated Regulated Mode Screen The white button indicates which mode the system is currently in Different options are available depending upon which mode the system is in When in Bedle Up mode the button is white when activated the needle ends in the b position upon pressing the ip button on the handles This button does not move the needle but simply determines the final needle position after the machine has been stopped When in BSedle Down mode the button is white when activated the
26. nd the appropriate Hex wrench To install the handles tilt the screen forward Line up the holes on top of the handles with the pre drilled holes on top of the machine Slide a single bolt into one of the holes until it stops Hand tighten the bolt enough to secure the handles to the top of the machine but still allow you to rotate the handles Secure the short 9 pin handlebar serial cable to the serial port on the back casing of the machine see diagram B 24 You may need to rotate the handle slightly to allow access to the finger screws Use the finger screws to tighten the 9 pin connector in position If necessary a flat screwdriver may be used to gently secure the connector Rotate the handles back to their correct position and insert and hand tighten the remaining two handlebar bolts Use the included 5 mm Hex wrench to securely fasten the handles to the front of the machine Installing Rear Handles Check that the HQ Fusion is unplugged from the electrical outlet All power to the machine must be turned off when installing the back handles Failure to do so can result in damage to the machine The rear handlebar comes mounted with three screws to the bracket Line up the two holes in the bracket with those on the rear of the machine Slide the short bolts into holes until they stop Hand tighten and then use the Hex wrench to securely fasten the handles to the back of the machine Once the two bolts are in place plug the 9
27. needle ends in the Dwn position upon pressing the ip button on the handles Again this button does not move the needle but sets the final resting position of the needle after p is pressed Pressing the Speed will increase the manual mode motor speed and pressing the Speed button will decrease the manual mode motor speed This has the same effect as pressing the and buttons on the actual handles The speed range is between 5 and 100 or between 110 and 2200 stitches per minute SPM The percent speed as well as the stitches per minute are displayed in the yellow boxes at the top of the screen py The Ights button will take you to a screen that will allow you to adjust the color and intensity LIGHTS y of your front handlebar LED lighting The dre button will access the M menu screen which allows access to such tools as the video player audio player calculator and system information HQ Fusion User Manual 1 0 Page 14 Regulated Mode Screen Needle UP Fo Needle Down Button Functions K o U gt Lam L yw a V w K on U em v Pressing the or bttons will increase or decrease the stitches per inch SPI setting and is reflected in the yellow indicator box at the stop of the screen This value can be adjusted between 4 and 24 stitches per inch A on U c ic a a w L U cs 5 v Th
28. om side of the quilt Consistently using the same thread will reduce your tension issues If you use multiple brands weights types colors qualities and mixes of threads many tension variables will be created and more tension adjustments will be required Dark threads will be heavier because of dye than light threads of the same weight type and brand also affecting tension settings The more consistent one is the fewer variables will be involved Maintenance Cleaning and Lubricating the Machine Only use light sewing machine oil in the HQ Fusion Internal oiling is not necessary on the HQ Fusion except when the machine is taken to a service technician for routine maintenance and cleaning The bobbin basket assembly however needs regular lubricating Failure to keep the bobbin assembly lubricated can cause severe damage to the machine To lubricate turn off the machine Clean around the bobbin assembly with a soft brush to remove lint Put a very small drop of oil on the hook in the bobbin assembly see Photo 14 Remove bobbin and case before oiling The frequency depends upon the usage of Photo 14 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 sew a scrap piece as oil may cling to thread Over oiling can cause excess dripping from the bobbin assembly Lack of lubricant may be noticed by a change i
29. one full stitch at a time The machine will make slow stitches when Needle Up Down is pressed and held Start Stop Starts and stops the machine Speed Up By pushing the plus sign in Manual Mode the speed of the machine will gradually increase The of machine needle speed is displayed on the touch screen monitor ranging from 5 100 In Regulated mode the stitches per inch will increase ranging from 4 22 SPI Speed Down By pushing the minus sign in Manual Mode the speed of the machine will gradually decrease The of machine needle speed is displayed on the touch screen monitor ranging from 5 100 In Regulated mode the stitches per inch will decrease ranging from 4 22 SPI HQ Fusion User Manual 1 0 Page 21 HQ Stitch Regulator Operation Regulated To use regulation mode the button must be active white If it is blue simply press Regulated the button on the touch screen to switch from Manal mode to Bgulated mode Important Notes Please read before operating Starting and Stopping the Machine You can stop the machine at any time by pushing the START STOP key In Cruise Regulation mode if you don t move the machine after 3 or 4 stitches the machine will stop and position the needle In Precision Regulation mode the needle stops when you stop moving the machine and will begin stitching again when you start moving the machine again Press the START STOP key in Precision Regulation mode to stop the ne
30. or its intended use as described in this manual Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer 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 Fusion if the cord is damaged or not working correctly If a mechanical or electrical problem is encountered return the HQ Fusion to the nearest authorized service center or the manufacturer for examination repair electrical or mechanical adjustment It is not recommended that the HQ Fusion Quilting Machine be used with any machine quilting frame other than those recommended or manufactured by Handi Quilter Quick Facts 0 Full Speed 35 3 mm 5mm 135x7 Standard 134 R Long Scarf Dimensions of Sewing Machine Throat Disclaimer Handi Quilter and its Representatives are in no way legally responsible or liable for damage to the HQ Fusion 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 HQ Fusion User Manual 1 0 Page 1 HQ Fusion Package 1 Contents Please keep your original box and packaging Contents of Package 1 Optional Accessories Available 1 Bobbins 5 pieces 1 Micro Handles 2 Needle 135x5 size 16 2 Ruler Base 3 Needle 135x5 size 18 3 Laser Stylus and Clamp 4 Bobbin Case 4 Laser Stylus Post 5 Thread Mast 6 Oiler 7
31. pin connector into the serial port underneath the rear handles see diagram C 33 Ensure the pins are lined up so they are not damaged when the plug is pushed in Push the plug securely in place Note After the handles have been completely installed and plugged in test them by turning the HQ Fusion on off switch to o If nothing is displayed press the display power button on the top right of the touch screen display If the display still does not turn on check that the handle bar cable on the side of the machine is plugged in securely that your machine is turned on and that the power cord is plugged into the machine as well as a power source Installing the Power Cord Insert the cord into the top power connector on the rear of the machine Plug the three prong end into a power source see Photo 3 The lower power connector is for powering other attachments developed by Handi Quilter HQ Fusion User Manual 1 0 Photo 3 Inserting or changing the Needle Check that all power is turned off 1 Move the needle bar to the highest position by turning the front or rear hand wheel or pressing the needle up down control on the handles prior to turning the power off Loosen the needle bar clamp thumb screw see Photo 4 With the scarf small ground out section dip on the back side of the needle just above the needle eye facing toward the back hand wheel side of the machine and the long groove down the fron
32. roat plate check for burrs or jagged edges Gently rub with metal hole of throat plate or other cloth to remove the sharp edge Consult a repair technician to polish any hard to reach or thread handling part delicate areas or if the burr is inside the throat HQ Fusion User Manual 1 0 Page 27 gt Wrong type of needle Use needles recommended 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 needle bar clamp This condition allows the needles to fit into the clamp at an angle which may cause problems including skipped stitches and the needle positioned too far away from the hook point Other possible problems Needle too close to hook causing friction and possible collision of hook point and needle broken thread Needle plate damage Hook damage Broken needles or damaged needle bar clamp Unresponsive Touch Screen Corrective Measure Touch screen calibration gt From either the REGULATED or the MANUAL screen press the MORE button followed by the needed SYSTEM and then CALIBRATE buttons Follow the on screen instructions for re calibrating the touch screen No Visible Display gt USB cable unplugged Locate the small black USB cable that plugs into the left hand side of the touch screen display and connects it to the handlebar circuit board Make sure both ends are plugged in securel
33. sted bigger or smaller The direction of rotation needed is determined by the distance of the laser from the intended focal plane Experiment by turning the threaded end to achieve your desired focal size Clamp Adjustment The laser attaches to a mounting post The post may be vertical or horizontal The clamp is designed to articulate any direction by rotating the clamp on the post and pivoting the laser up or down To make an adjustment simply loosen the black thumbscrews position and retighten Location of Laser Labels The label is attached to the case of the laser and contains an arrow which indicates the direction the laser light will shine when energized The label Photo 7 must remain in place on the laser Removal of the label will void the laser s warranty HQ Fusion User Manual 1 0 Page 8 Threading the Machine 1 Place a cone or spool of thread on the spool pin Pass the thread through the thread mast eyelet from back to front continuing to thread guides A and B 2 Continue to three hole thread guide C Wrap all three holes from back to front back hand wheel side to needle side see Detail 1 below Note The purpose of this guide 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 on a cone it is important to thread all three holes for consistent results should top thread tension need to be adjusted it shoul
34. t of the needle facing the bobbin case side see diagram E push the needle all the way up into the needle bar until it can go no farther Carefully tighten the needle bar clamp screw Over tightening the needle clamp screw will result in damaged threads stripping the hole Stripped holes and damaged threads are not covered under warranty Another side effect of damaged threads from over tightening is that the needle may be very tight when inserted up into the needle bar To avoid over tightening the screw finger tighten only Note Changing the needle is recommended for each new quilt loaded on the machine or any time the needle becomes bent dull or burred Photo 4 Groove Diagram E Important Check the needle to confirm it is fully inserted The needle bar has a stop sight hole above the needle bar clamp screw make sure the needle is touching the top of the stop sight hole If it is not the machine timing will be off and it may be possible for the needle to collide with internal parts causing damage not covered by warranty Adjusting the Hopping Foot The foot is adjusted at the factory and should not be moved without consulting the manufacturer Installing the Thread Mast Locate the threaded hole on top of the machine near the rear by the hand wheel The thread mast comes with the washer and nut on it Remove the nut and washer replace the nut onto the mast and then place the washer under the
35. the slot and under the tension spring leaving 5 6 inches of thread hanging loose Photos 10 and 11 3 Do not lift the lever on bobbin case Fit the bobbin case onto the hook spindle in the machine Rotate the casing until the open Photo 9 throat keys into the alignment notch in the middle of the hook Push the casing in until it stops in place Push inward until it clicks see Photo 12 Note It is not suggested that the lever on the bobbin case be used for this installation The latch lever should be used only for removal of the bobbin case 4 Turn off the power switch while inserting the bobbin case or Photo 10 anytime the hands are near the needle area Drawing up the Bobbin Thread to the Top of the Quilt 1 After the machine is threaded locate needle up needle down button on the left handle 2 While firmly holding the tail of the needle thread press the needle up down button with free hand bringing the needle back to the up position Photo 11 3 Pull the machine 3 4 inches away while holding the needle thread 4 Bobbin thread will pull up through to the top allowing you to grasp the loop and pull it to the desired length Bobbin Tension The bobbin tension is the foundation tension for the entire machine To test that bobbin tension is correct hold the bobbin case in the palm of your hand with the open end facing up wrap the thread around your index finger and while pulling up on the thread and wigglin
36. threading instructions page 10 Hard to Guide Machine Corrective Measure Carriage wheels not centered Center the carriage wheels on top of the continuous track Check that the machine carriage has on track not jumped track Remove all thread or debris in wheels Check that the tracks are free of lint and threads Thread caught in wheels Motor Fails to Run Corrective Measure gt On Off switch turned off gt Turn the machine on by using the switch on the back power pod gt Machine not receiving power gt Check that the power connector is securely plugged into the back of the machine and the three prong end is plugged into the power source Uneven Quilt Design Corrective Measure gt Take up rollers may be Make certain the fabric is not rolled too tight causing the poles to bow Check that poles are bowed or bent inserted completely together with the push pin engaged so bowing won t occur Leaders are stretched worn gt If fabric is beginning to stretch or fray contact Handi Quilter for replacement leaders Needle Thread Breaks Corrective Measure Thread cones spools are Look for severe twisting of threads when approximately 12 to 15 inches has been pulled off poor quality or may have with the ends pinched together Cotton threads are particularly susceptible to dry rot or wet rot severe twisting or thread rot which makes thread brittle Do not use poor quality thread or thread that is rott
37. y gt 9 Pin serial cable unplugged gt Check the short serial cable that connects the handlebar to the casing of the machine and make sure that the connections are secure Tighten the finger screws if necessary If the troubleshooting above does not eliminate the problem please consult an authorized HQ Fusion representative HQ Fusion User Manual 1 0 Page 28 Handi 2 eco Designed by a Quilter for Quilters Handi Quilter Inc 445 N 700 W North Salt Lake UT 84054 1 877 697 8458 www handiquilter com 2009 Handi Quilter Inc All rights reserved Printed in the USA 04 14 09

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