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Q'nique 14+
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Grace Q'nique 14+ User Manual

Copyright Nov 15, 2017 Jim M. Bagley, GraceWood, Inc (Reproduction Prohibited) Version 3.7
Table Of Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..................................................................................................... 4
Specications And Overview.................................................................................................................. 5
Specications And Overview.................................................................................................................. 6
Wheel Alignment.................................................................................................................................. 8
Installing The Encoder Onto The Carriage.............................................................................................. 9
Installing Encoder Onto The Quilting Machine....................................................................................... 10
Placing The Quilting Machine Onto The Carriage And Connecting Encoders............................................. 11
Attaching Thread Mast........................................................................................................................ 12
Threading The Quilting Machine...........................................................................................................13
Winding The Bobbin........................................................................................................................... 14
Installing The Bobbin Case.................................................................................................................. 15
Adjusting Thread Tension.................................................................................................................... 16
Plugging In The Cables....................................................................................................................... 17
Final Checklist.................................................................................................................................... 18
Basic Controls.................................................................................................................................... 19
Main Menu......................................................................................................................................... 20
Sewing Modes.................................................................................................................................... 21
Sewing Modes Continued.................................................................................................................... 22
T ools Menu........................................................................................................................................ 23
Tools Menu Continued......................................................................................................................... 24
Tools Menu Continued......................................................................................................................... 25
Repair Kit........................................................................................................................................... 26
The Needle Plate................................................................................................................................ 27
The Hook Holder................................................................................................................................. 28
Hopping Foot..................................................................................................................................... 29
Timing The Machine........................................................................................................................... 30
Thread Tension.................................................................................................................................. 31
Changing A Needle............................................................................................................................. 32
Oiling the Machine: Head.................................................................................................................... 34
Oiling the Machine: Hook.................................................................................................................... 35
14+ Troubleshooting Instruction.......................................................................................................... 36
Needle Information............................................................................................................................. 38
Thread Information............................................................................................................................ 39
Additional Tips................................................................................................................................... 40
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical machine, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
Read all instructions before using (this machine).
DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock:
1. The machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this machine from
the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, re, electric shock, or injury to persons:
1. Do not allow this machine to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this machine is
used by or near children.
2. Use this machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.
3. Never operate this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has
been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return the machine to the nearest authorized dealer
or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
4. Never operate the machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the sewing
machine free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.
5. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
6. Do not use outdoors.
7. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
8. To disconnect, turn all controls to the off position, then remove the plug from the outlet.
9. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
ii) Keep ngers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine needle. iii) Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break. iv) Do not use bent needles. v) Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deect the needle causing it to break. vi) Switch the sewing machine off when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, etc. vii) Always unplug sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating,
or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.
Connect this machine to a properly grounded outlet only. See Grounding Instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Do not discard box or packaging
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This product must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This product is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. Plug the cord from the quilting
machine into a surge protector. The surge protector must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is
properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
DANGER - Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric
shock. The conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is the equipment-grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of the cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a live terminal. Check with a qualied electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether
the product is properly grounded.
Do not modify the plug provided with the product - if it will not t the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualied electrician.″
This product is for use on a nominal 120 V circuit, and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug
illustrated in sketch A in Figure 61.1. A temporary adaptor, which looks like the adaptor illustrated in
sketches B and C, may be used to connect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle as
shown in sketch B if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adaptor should be used only until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualied electrician. The green colored rigid
ear, lug, and the like, extending from the adaptor must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover. Whenever the adaptor is used, it must be held in place by the
metal screw.
A qualied electrician should be consulted if there is any doubt as to whether an outlet box is properly
grounded.
Grounding Methods
Figure 61.1
Surge
Protector
To Sewing
Machine
Adapter
Grounding
Pin
(A)
Surge
Protector
To Sewing
Machine
Metal
Screw
Cover of
Grounded
Outlet Box
(B)
Grounding
Means
(C)
Grounding
PIN
(D)
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Specications And Overview
1. Height: 480 mm, 19”
2. Width: 395 mm, 15.5”
3. Length: 585 mm, 23”
4. Weight: 42 Lbs
5. Quilting Arm Length: 15” W 8.5” H
6. Maximum SPM: 1800
7. Minimum SPM: 90
8. Input Voltage: 110-220 VAC
9. Peak Power Consumption: 300 W
10. Timing Belt System
11. Bobbin Type: Large M Class
12. OLED Screen
13. Custom Ergonomic Handles and Handlebars for
efciency and extended use
14. Built in Bobbin Winder
15. Dual Thread Tension Guides, for precise tension.
Front
Rear
Left
Right
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Specications and Overview
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5
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9
4
3
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16
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1. Thread Mast Base
2. Bobbin Thread Guide
3. Bobbin Thread Tensioner
4. Bobbin Thread Cutter
5. Bobbin Wind Stand
6. Bobbin Sensor
7. Dual Thread Tension Guide
8. Small Thread Tensioner
9. Large Thread Tensioner
10. Thread Guides
11. Take Up Lever
12. Lamp
13. Needle Bar
14. Needle
15. Hopping Foot
16. Thread Stand
17. Carriage Wheels
18. Handwheel
19. Bobbin Case
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Included Parts And Tools
Please make sure all pieces were included in your kit.
1. Bobbin Case - 1
2. M Class Bobbin - 3
3. Thread Mast - 1
4. Needle - 10
5. OLED Screen with Cable - 1
6. Oil Bottle - 1
7. Lint Brush - 1
8. Power Cord - 1
9. Encoder - 2
• Silver Spring - 1
• Black Spring - 1
10. Top Encoder Cable - 1 (pre-installed in silver spring encoder)
11. Bottom Encoder Cable - 1 (pre-installed in black spring encoder)
Tools:
12. Flat Head Screw Driver - 1
13. 4 mm Allen Wrench - 1
14. 3 mm Allen Wrench - 1
15. 2.5 mm Allen Wrench- 1
16. 2 mm Allen Wrench -1
1
3
2
4
Repair Kit Parts
1. M3 Thumb Screw - 1
2. Encoder Spring Lower (Black) - 1
3. Encoder Spring Upper (Sliver) - 1
4. Encoder O-Ring - 2
5. Timing Spacer - 1
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Wheel Alignment
1. Using the 3mm allen wrench, loosen the set screws located above each of the wheels on the machine.
2. Estimate the distance the wheels need to be moved to sit on your carriage, and set the machine
onto the carriage on your quilting frame.
3. Readjust the wheels as necessary while centering the machine between the left and right wheels.
4. Tighten the set screws using the 3mm allen wrench.
Dual-Track
M6 Set Screw
Double Track
Bracket
Double-Single Track Adaptor
Single Vertical Track
M6 Set Screw
Single Track
Bracket
Single Vertical Track
Double-Single Track Adaptor Height Spacer
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Installing The Encoder Onto The Carriage
1. Use the 4mm allen wrench to remove the M6 x 16mm SBHCS from the outer, left, rear wheel, in the Bottom Plate.
2. Put the wheel, which you just removed, onto the encoder wheel bolt of the black spring encoder, with
the anged hub facing out, away from the encoder.
3. Use the 2mm allen wrench to loosen the set screw in the lock collar, without removing it, so that the
encoder wheel bolt can turn freely.
4. Hold the encoder to prevent it from rotating, and use the 4mm allen wrench to fasten the encoder
wheel bolt into the hole made available in the rst step.
5. Keep the spare bolts with your quilting frame’s spare parts.
6. Leave the encoder’s set screw loose. They will be tightened after you place the sewing machine on
your frame.
Encoder With
Black Spring
Loosen The Set
Screw Using The
2mm Allen Wrench
Encoder With
Black Spring
If the encoder is attached on the inside of the
bottom carriage, as shown above, the encoder
spring must be tensioned in the opposite direction.
See the encoder spring tensioning image on page
11 for direction on tensioning the encoder spring
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Installing Encoder Onto
1. Use the 4mm allen wrench to remove the
M6 x 16mm SBHCS from the outer, left, rear wheel, in the sewing machine.
2. Put the wheel, which you just removed,
onto the sliver spring encoder wheel bolt with the anged hub facing out, away from
the encoder.
3. Before attaching the encoder, use the 2mm
allen wrench to loosen the set screw in the lock collar, so that the encoder wheel bolt
can turn freely.
4. Hold the encoder to prevent it from rotating,
and use the 4mm allen wrench to fasten the encoder wheel bolt into the hole made available in the rst step.
5. Leave the encoder’s set screw loose. They
will be tightened after you place the sewing
machine on your frame.
The Quilting Machine
Remove the
M6 x 16mm
SBHCS
Loosen The Set
Screw Using The
2mm Allen Wrench
Encoder Assembly
Option 1
Shoulder Spacer
Washer
Plastic Stop
Wheel Spacer
Encoder
Wheel Bolt
Encoder With
Silver Spring
Option 2
Sliver Spring
Encoder
Wheel Bolt
Encoder With
Silver Spring
Flat Track
Bearing
“V” T rack
Bearing
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Placing The Quilting Machine Onto The Carriage And Connecting Encoders
1. Place the bottom plate onto the quilting frame,
2. Place the sewing machine onto the bottom plate. Make sure that the encoder rides on the carriage track.
3. Plug in the encoder cables from each of the encoders into the sewing machine. The longer
cable is used for the encoder attached to the carriage, while the shorter cable is used for the encoder attached to the sewing machine.
4. Rotate the lock collar on the encoder up about 100 degrees or until you feel adequate push back
from the spring. While holding the lock collar in that position, tighten each set screw using the
2mm Allen Wrench.
Option 1
Option 2
Long Encoder
Cable
Short Encoder
Cable
Encoder Spring Tensioning
100 degrees
up
Set Screw
Bottom Encoder/
Black Spring
Lock Collar
Top Encoder/
Silver Spring
100 degrees
up
Lock Collar
An encoder assembly tutorial is availablie on our website at:
http://www.qniquequilter.com/videos/tutorials/
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1. Attach the thread mast to the thread mast base.
2. Make sure it is securely attached by screwing it on.
3. The guide loops on the thread mast should be positioned so that they are directly above the thread stands.
Connecting Front Display
Attaching Thread Mast
Thread
Mast
The thread
mast acts as a
guide for the
thread, and
makes it less
likely to get
snagged or
looped around
any object.
• Connect the Display ribbon cable from the Display to the display mount, and attach the display by snapping it into the Display hub.
Display
Screen
Display Ribbon
Cable
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Threading The Quilting Machine
1. Place thread on the cone style thread stand.
2. Pull the thread through both loops of the thread mast.
3. Put the thread through the top hole on the thread
guide, wrap the thread around and through the
bottom hole of thread guide at the middle of the machine.
4. Take the thread through the rst thread tensioner,
between the two disks.
5. Loop the thread down around the second tensioner.
6. Pull the thread through the tensioner disks and
around the spring hook.
7. Feed the thread through the right thread guide up to the take up lever.
8. Pull the thread through the hole in the take up lever.
9. Feed thread into the left thread guide below.
10. Pull the thread down towards the needle and through the bottom thread guide.
11. Feed the thread through the eyelet in the front of the needle arm.
12. Feed the thread through the eye of the needle.
Needle Diagram
Front View Side View
Shank
Shaft
Groove
Eye
Point
Scarf
2
8
4
9
7
5
6
11
10
11
12
12
3
Make sure the
thread is between
the tensioner discs
Use cone style
thread thread
The Thread Must
Go Through The
Check Spring
1
*Be sure to
install the
Needle with
the scarf
A threading tutorial is availablie on our website at:
http://www.qniquequilter.com/videos/tutorials/
toward
the throat
of your
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machine.
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