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Quilt Maker Pro 18 User Manual
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Thread Requirements
Threads have a tendency to dry rot over a period
of time. Be sure to choose high quality threads for
your valuable heirloom quilts. Most machine quilting
threads on the market today are acceptable.
Needle Requirements
For general quilting, a size 16/100 needle will
accommodate most threads and fabrics.
Heavier threads, such as top stitch and some
decorative threads, require a larger needle such as
18/110 or 20/120. Lofty batts and heavier fabrics such
as denim, canvas or densely woven fabric may also
require a larger needle.
To Prepare for Quilting
With any quilting machine, it is important to
understand the basics of free motion quilting. The
Janome Quilt Maker Pro 18 does not have feed dogs
like domestic machines; therefore, the fabric does
not automatically feed under the hopping foot. The
operator should synchronize the speed as well as the
movement of the machine to get an even, consistent
stitch.
In order to become comfortable with the free motion
of the Janome Quilt Maker Pro 18, users can begin
with a few “beginner” techniques.
In Manual Mode: Set the machine at a medium speed
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 the machine can be moved
slower to get the stitches back to the desired
length. By moving the machine slower, the stitches
get shorter and can build up on top of each other,
breaking the thread or making it extremely difficult
to unpick. The stitch speed can be decreased, while
maintaining a constant motion with the machine to
bring the stitches back to the desired length.
In Stitch Regulator Mode: Set the machine to 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.
In MANUAL or CRUISE REGULATION mode, when
Getting Started Quilting
pressing the “Start/Stop” key on the front or rear handle
bars to begin quilting make certain to begin moving
the machine immediately. If the needle stitches in one
place too long, the stitches build up on top of each
other causing a build-up of thread or thread breakage.
When bringing the machine to a complete stop press
the “Start/Stop” key at the same moment the machine
stops moving. If the machine is still moving when the
“Start/Stop” key is pressed, it can cause deflection in the
needle, possibly causing it to bend or break.
In PRECISION REGULATION mode, the needle will not
begin moving when you press the “Start/Stop” key until
you begin moving the machine.
When quilting, relax your hands and maintain a light
touch on the handlebars. Gripping the handlebars too
tightly may cause body tension resulting in poor quilting
quality. The Janome
18
Quilt Maker Pro 18, combined with
the Quilt Maker Pro 18 Frame system will give you a
smooth even glide.
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