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handi quilter HQ Pro-Stitcher User Manual

handi quilter HQ Pro-Stitcher
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HQ
Pro-Stitcher
®
The Future of Quilting Possibilities is Here!
© 2012 Handi Quilter, Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in the USA. 07/23/12
USER MANUAL
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handi quilter HQ Pro-Stitcher Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeComputerized Quilting System
Design ImportYes
Stitch LengthAdjustable
Stitch WidthAdjustable
LCD ScreenYes
USB PortYes
Presser Foot PressureAdjustable
CompatibilityHandi Quilter longarm quilting machines
DisplayTouchscreen
SoftwarePro-Stitcher
Stitch RegulationYes
Design LibraryBuilt-in designs available
User InterfaceIntuitive
MountingCompatible with Handi Quilter frames
Needle PositionsMultiple
Built-in StitchesVarious quilting stitches
WeightDependent on the Handi Quilter machine and frame
DimensionsDependent on the Handi Quilter machine and frame
CategoryLongarm Quilting Machine

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Read all instructions before using

Emphasizes reading all instructions before operating the machine.

Electric Shock Precautions

Warns about electric shock hazards and precautions.

General Safety Warnings

Warns about general safety hazards including burns, fire, and injury.

Installation Instructions

Core Component Installation

Details installation of Y-Rack, Y-Encoder, Carriage, and Computer/Monitor.

X-rack Installation

Y-Rack Installation

Setting Up the New Carriage

Computer/Touch Screen Monitor Assembly

Details the assembly of the computer and touch screen monitor.

X-Rack Installation

Y-Rack Installation

Instructions for installing the Y-Rack component.

Setting Up the New Carriage (continued)

Setting Up the New Carriage (continued)

Finalizes setup instructions for the new carriage on the frame.

Getting Started - Setting up the HQ Pro-Stitcher

HQ Pro-Stitcher Overview

Design Menu

Area Definition Tools

Design Transformation Tools

Repeat and Fit Options

Resize and Skew/Align

Freehand Design Creation

Design Repositioning Tools

Nudge and External Software

Art & Stitch Integration

Comprehensive quilting design software for creating and modifying designs.

Quilt Menu

Run and Pause Operations

Starting and Verifying Stitching

Details starting the stitching process and verifying settings.

Emergency Stop

Settings Menu Overview

Access to various system and stitching parameters.

Pullup Functionality

Communication and Motor Control

System Shutdown and Reboot

Troubleshooting

Display and Calibration Issues

Addresses problems with touch screen display and calibration.

Cable and Stitching Problems

Solves issues related to stitch regulator cables and stitching failures.

Machine Movement and Stitching Errors

Variable Stitch Lengths and Slowdowns

Addresses inconsistent stitch lengths or machine speed issues.

HQ Sixteen Specific Issues

Troubleshoots C-Pod, encoder, and handlebar screen problems.

Quick Release Levers and Axis Engagement

Checks lever engagement and axis gear issues.

Axis Gear and Pulley Issues

Gear Engagement and Loose Pulleys

Fixes partial gear engagement and loose pulleys/gears.

Performance and Library Issues

Machine Speed and Stitch Length Problems

Fixes machine speed issues and stitch length mismatches.

Design Library Not Displaying Patterns

Solves problems with the design library not showing patterns or folders.

Pattern Repeat Issues

Jumps Between Repeated Patterns

Corrects jumps between repeated patterns by using Point to Point.

Error Messages

Motor Error and Buffer Underflow

Resolves motor communication errors and buffer underflow issues.

System Restore or Repair on Boot-up

Guides on handling system restore or repair prompts during startup.

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