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(v. 1.1) 

User Manual 

Copyright© 2006 “All Rights Reserved” 

No part of this manual may be reproduced in whole or part without  

express written consent from Handi Quilter, LLC

 

 

Summary of Contents for Simply Sixteen

Page 1: ...v 1 1 User Manual Copyright 2006 All Rights Reserved No part of this manual may be reproduced in whole or part without express written consent from Handi Quilter LLC...

Page 2: ...omponents 2 3 Installation Procedures 4 6 Laser Style Safety and Use Guidelines 7 Threading the Machine 8 9 Bobbin and Thread Tension Adjustments 10 Maintenance 11 Front Handlebar Controls 12 13 POD C...

Page 3: ...or not working correctly If a mechanical or electrical problem is encountered return the Simply Sixteen to the nearest authorized service center or the manufacturer for examination repair electrical...

Page 4: ...ng Machine Package Contents Please keep your original box and packaging Simply Sixteen Components Optional Accessories 1 Front Handles 2 Laser Stylus and Clamp 3 Laser Stylus Post Diagram A Front Side...

Page 5: ...ont Threaded Handle Holes 22 Bobbin Assembly 23 Needle Plate 24 Front Wheel Base 25 Oval Position Guides 26 Rear Wheel Base 27 Wheels 4 Rear Diagram C 28 Spool Pin 1 29 Laser Stylus Power Connector 30...

Page 6: ...connector into the serial port on the back casing of the machine see diagram B 19 Make sure the pins are lined up so they are not damaged when the plug is pushed in Push the plug securely in place Ins...

Page 7: ...maged threads stripping the hole Stripped holes are not covered under warranty Another side effect of damaged threads from over tightening is the needle may be very tight when inserted up into the nee...

Page 8: ...ront 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 machi...

Page 9: ...e 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...

Page 10: ...ension 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 should be done at the top tension assembly 3 Thread...

Page 11: ...7 3 When using threads on the Horizontal Spool Holder skip thread guide A Thread the top hole only of the three hole thread guide B back to front Important notes The Simply Sixteen quilting machine d...

Page 12: ...locate needle up button on the left handle 2 With the needle in the up position firmly hold the tail of the needle thread and press the needle up button with free hand This will bring the needle back...

Page 13: ...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 th...

Page 14: ...of the speed dial the RED LED light is illuminated when the needle should be moving Note Caution should be taken when the needle is in motion If the RED light is on and the needle is NOT in motion th...

Page 15: ...ht is on push to stop the machine in the needle down position Half Stitch If the machine is stopped in the needle up position push the needle down button to produce a half stitch the machine will make...

Page 16: ...thick etc NEVER WORK AROUND THE NEEDLE WHILE THE RED LIGHT IS ON TURN THE POWER OFF FIRST NEEDLE STOP CYCLE Needle Up Needle Down If the needle is in motion the red LED light is on push to stop the ma...

Page 17: ...e at a medium speed about 50 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 t...

Page 18: ...e in the needle bar and the long groove is toward the front bobbin case side and the scarf scooped out part is toward the handwheel Loosen fabric on the frame Fabric that is rolled too tight causes th...

Page 19: ...or thread rot Top and bobbin tensions not balanced The machine head has been threaded incorrectly or thread spools are not positioned correctly Particles in tension discs Bobbin rotation is not smooth...

Page 20: ...needle in motion light is on but needle is not moving TURN POWER OFF MOTOR STALL indicates that the motor is not responding properly to the speed controls This may be caused by a thread lock mechanica...

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