
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. (see page 36), (see page 32)
• Determine the appropriate thread tension based on a sewing sample. (see page 60), (see page 51), (see
• Use spool discs. (see page 58)
• Use spool nets. (see page 59)
4.4 Using a spool disc
Spool discs hold the thread spool in place for proper release of thread from the spool. They also fix small
spools onto the vertical spool pin.
On the vertical spool pin
> Place the spool on the vertical spool pin.
> Place the spool disc on the vertical spool pin such that there is no clearance between the spool disc and
the spool.
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