Tips for problem-free quilting
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2
1
5
3
4
130
= Shank length (1)
705
= Flat shank (2)
H
= Needle scarf (3)
Q
= Point type (here, for instance, a thin point) (4)
70
= Needle size (shank diameter) (5)
Needle selection
Needle and thread must be ideally matched. Select the appropriate needle thickness for the thread size.
You can find recommended needle and thread combinations in the following table.
Thread weight
wt
Needle thickness
Very thick
12 – 28
100 – 120
Thick
30 – 40
100 – 110
Thin
50 – 60
80 – 90
Very thin
From 60
70 – 80
If the thread breaks frequently, use a thicker needle.
Further tips
• Make sure that you thread the needle correctly.
• Determine the appropriate thread tension based on a sewing sample.
• Use spool discs.
• Use spool nets.
4.4 Using a spool disc
Spool discs hold the thread spool in place for proper release of thread from the spool. Spool discs also fix
small spools onto the vertical spool holder.
On the vertical spool holder
> Place the spool on the vertical spool holder.
> Place the spool disc on the vertical spool holder such that there is no clearance between the spool disc
and the spool.
