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To use Precision stitch regulation
ONLINE
: For information about using Precision stitch regulation, watch the video
Using Precision
Stitch Regulation
at:
http://www.handiquilter.com/videos/hq-infinity/236/
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• Touch the
Regulated
button and then press the
Precision
button.
After you press the Start/Pause button on the handle bars, you must begin moving the machine for it
to begin quilting according to the stitches-per-unit of measure setting. The Start stitching indicator in
the upper-left corner of the screen turns green but the needle doesn’t automatically begin moving up
and down. When you begin moving the machine, stitching begins. When you stop moving the machine,
stitching stops but just until you move it again.
NOTE
: When using Precision stitch regulation, if you stop moving the machine but do not press the
Stop/Pause button, after two minutes it will time out and a message box appears to let you know
you will need to press the Start/Pause button to resume quilting.
U
CAUTION
: Always make sure the power is off when changing the needle, replacing the bobbin, or
placing your hands near the needle to avoid unwanted stitching in your quilt or in your fingers.
Machine Quilting Tip: When to use Precision stitch regulation
Precision stitch regulation mode is useful for ruler work. Stitch along the length of the ruler
for the span of your hand and stop moving the machine, but do not press the Stop button.
When you stop moving the machine, the needle pauses. Move the ruler and then begin
moving the machine to continue quilting. Precision stitch regulation helps you to avoid
bobbles and uneven stitches.
Machine Quilting Tip: Getting started with stitch regulation
Set the machine to your 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.
Shows the current stitches-per-inch setting. Press
the plus (+) or minus (–) buttons onscreen or on the
handlebars to increase or decrease the setting.
The Regulated
Mode button is
selected.
The Precision
stitch regulation
button is selected.
