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Rug Loom User's Manual
Rug Loom
AVL Looms
2360 Park Avenue
Chico, CA 95928-6785
Chico, CA 95928
U.S.A.
530 893-4915
530 893-1372 fax
sales@avlusa.com
www.avlusa.com
Version 1
November 22, 2019
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  • Page 1 Rug Loom Rug Loom User’s Manual Manual AVL Looms 2360 Park Avenue Chico, CA 95928 Chico, CA 95928-6785 U.S.A. 530 893-4915 530 893-1372 fax sales@avlusa.com www.avlusa.com Version 1 November 22, 2019...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Rug Loom User’s Manual Introductory Information Introductory Information ........................ 1 Safety ............................2 Introduction ..........................4 Loom Features ..........................5 Air Component Information ....................... 6 Set Up............................8 Loom Assembly ..........................11 Before You Begin ........................12 Side Frame Assembly ....................... 14 Add Cross Members .........................
  • Page 4 Introductory Information Rug Loom User’s Manual Weaving Instructions ........................81 Warping The Plain Beam ......................82 Warping The Sectional Beam ....................89 Combining Sectional And Plain Warping ................103 Threading, Sleying, & Tying On .................... 104 Advancing the Warp ....................... 107 Removing Cloth from the Loom .....................

  • Page 5: Introductory Information

    Rug Loom User’s Manual Introductory Information INTRODUCTORY INFORMATION Page | 1...

  • Page 6: Safety

    Introductory Information Rug Loom User’s Manual AFETY Before Getting Started: Please read the entire manual before using the loom. Warnings: WARNING: EQUIPMENT SHOULD ONLY BE USED FOR TEXTILE MANUFACTURING. IF THE EQUIPMENT IS USED IN A MANNER NOT SPECIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER, THE PROTECTION PROVIDED BY THE EQUIPMENT MAY BE IMPAIRED.
  • Page 7 Rug Loom User’s Manual Introductory Information WARNING: EQUIPMENT PANELS ARE AWKWARD AND HEAVY. TO AVOID MUSCLE STRAIN OR INJURY, USE PROPER LIFTING TECHNIQUES AND A HELPER. WARNING: DO NOT POSITION EQUIPMENT IN A WAY TO BLOCK OR IMPEDE ACCESS TO DISCONNECTING DEVICES, EMERGENCY STOPS, OR ON/OFF...

  • Page 8: Introduction

    20 feet, this loom offers enough width for any of your needs. The four foot and six foot rug loom are made of wood. The eight foot rug loom has wood side frames with steel cross members for strength. Looms wider than eight feet are made mostly of steel.

  • Page 9: Loom Features

    The Plain Beam is provided with an apron, which will allow you to maximize the length of your warp. Dobby The Rug Loom can come with either a mechanical dobby with an air lift or an air Compu-Dobby. Air Lift The Air lift or Air Compu-Dobby replaces treadles on your loom and allows the shafts to be lifted easily and smoothly by pressing a pedal.

  • Page 10: Air Component Information

    Exhaust Valve Some of the systems on your rug loom are powered by compressed air. This air comes into the system via the compressor, is forced through the cylinder, and is then vented from the system. An exhaust valve is the door through which the air leaves.
  • Page 11 Rug Loom User’s Manual Introductory Information Piloted Valve This valve directs the flow of air to and from different parts of the system. Rod End The working end of an air cylinder which connects to the mechanism that needs to be moved.

  • Page 12: Set Up

    Introductory Information Rug Loom User’s Manual often used in higher volume applications such as IDL's, or a Jacquard with several heads. The choice of a compressor is yours. In general, we advise you to buy a compressor that can deliver more air than you actually need -- it will run more efficiently, last longer, and allow the addition of future air components.
  • Page 13 Rug Loom User’s Manual Introductory Information Upon departure of the truck, take pictures of the damaged box and email the pictures to AVL. We will use the pictures to initiate a claim. As soon as possible and preferably within a few days, open each damaged box/crate to search for damaged or missing items.

  • Page 15: Loom Assembly

    Rug Loom User’s Manual Loom Assembly LOOM ASSEMBLY Set Up Page | 11...

  • Page 16: Before You Begin

    Loom Assembly Rug Loom User’s Manual EFORE EGIN Putting together your new loom may look intimidating at first, but this manual is designed to guide you through the process with clear steps, pictures, and diagrams. If the manual is unclear or confusing at any point, call us at 530-893-4915.
  • Page 17 Rug Loom User’s Manual Loom Assembly Inserting Nuts And Bolts NOTE: Given the limited space provided by the nut access holes, it can be challenging at first getting the nuts onto the bolt ends. You’ll find it helpful to push each bolt in just until it just appears in the access hole. Move the nut into position over the end of the bolt and hold it with your finger.

  • Page 18: Side Frame Assembly

    If you have trouble turning a screw into the wood on your loom, try dressing the threads with a little bar soap. The rug loom consists of large, heavy parts and assemblies that may require more than one person to hold in place during assembly. It can be helpful to place bolts into partway place on the frame before placing cross members into place.
  • Page 19 Rug Loom User’s Manual Loom Assembly Use the appropriate bolts, according to the diagram, to loosely connect each part to its neighbors. Once the frames are loosely connected, tighten all of the bolts. Note: If you have a wooden frame, make sure you do not tighten the bolts too much and crack the wood.
  • Page 20 Loom Assembly Rug Loom User’s Manual Figure 2 - Left side frame completed completed Page | 16 Side Frame Assembly...
  • Page 21 Rug Loom User’s Manual Loom Assembly Figure 3 - Right side frame completed Right side frame completed Side Frame Assembly Page | 17...

  • Page 22: Add Cross Members

    Be sure to move the frame to its final position before it becomes too heavy. A 12' Rug Loom can weigh as much as 2300 lbs (1045 kgs). Moving the steel beams into place is heavy work, especially for the wider looms, and we recommend that you have plenty of help at hand at that point.
  • Page 23 Rug Loom User’s Manual Loom Assembly Repeat for the right side frame. The frame will now stand un- supported. Spring Lever Assembly You will need at least one person holding the spring lever assembly in place while another person adds the bolts to lock it into place. Depending on the size of your loom, more than one person may be needed to hold the spring lever assembly in place.

  • Page 24: Square The Frame

    Loom Assembly Rug Loom User’s Manual Raise the assembly into place and orient it over the appropriate mounting holes in the Top Horizontals. The ID plate should face forward. Note: Be very careful of your back; get extra help if you feel you need it.

  • Page 25: Add Remaining Cross Members

    Rug Loom User’s Manual Loom Assembly Do the same from the Right Front Vertical to the Left Front Vertical. Record and compare the two measurements. When they are equal, the frame will be square. From opposing comers, bear against the frame as needed to bring the frame to square.
  • Page 26 Loom Assembly Rug Loom User’s Manual Lower Front Figure 7 - Lower Front on loom Repeat at the right end. Remove the blocks. You won't need them again. Upper Back Hold the upper back in place on the loom. Upper Back Figure 8 - Upper back on loom Add the bolts.

  • Page 27: Level The Frame

    Rug Loom User’s Manual Loom Assembly EVEL THE RAME Failure to level the loom now may affect the beater operation level. However, the frame needs to be only reasonably level, not precisely level. Use a carpenter’s level to check the frame across the center of the Front Harness Pulley Support.

  • Page 28: Beater Assembly

    Loom Assembly Rug Loom User’s Manual Figure 9 - Dobby Head Add the nuts/washers and firmly tighten the head to the frame. EATER SSEMBLY The Beater Assembly is quite heavy and you will need help to install it. Note that the mounting brackets are already in place on the side frames.
  • Page 29 Rug Loom User’s Manual Loom Assembly At each side of the loom, insert two blocks under the slide rods, near the front and rear brackets. These blocks are pre-cut to a particular dimension and will establish the correct height of the beater.
  • Page 30 Loom Assembly Rug Loom User’s Manual Adjust the Beater Height In adjusting the Beater height, you will be setting the three warp threads so that they are resting upon the Beater Race. If the warp threads are above the Beater Race, they may catch and break on the Shuttle during weaving. If...

  • Page 31: Air System

    Air System, before the interior of the loom becomes any more crowded. The Rug Loom will support a variety of pneumatic systems in addition to the Basic Air System. If you purchased an Air Advance, Air Shuttle, and/or an Air Beater, please refer to the appendix to connect those items.
  • Page 32 Loom Assembly Rug Loom User’s Manual Main air valve Figure 12 - FRL on loom Next install the Manifold and the four-way piloted valve on the inside of the right side frame. Note: The number of tubes coming off the manifold and four-way piloted valve will vary depending on how many air components are on the loom.
  • Page 33 Rug Loom User’s Manual Loom Assembly Four-way piloted valve Manifold Figure 13 - Air system Each air tube will need to be routed to the correct spot on the loom. Use the included zip ties to attach the tubing to the frame of the loom so that everything is secure.

  • Page 34: Add Harnesses To The Loom

    Loom Assembly Rug Loom User’s Manual Finally, return and visually inspect each connection to be sure that no air lines have come loose. If you find a loose end, simply push it into the appropriately coded connector until you feel it seat.
  • Page 35 Rug Loom User’s Manual Loom Assembly Figure Figure 14 - Adding heddles Loosen the cords, re Loosen the cords, re-insert the supports, and add the clips. insert the supports, and add the clips. Repeat for each frame. Repeat for each frame.
  • Page 36 Loom Assembly Rug Loom User’s Manual Cable connection Figure 15 - Dobby cable connections To connect a cable, loosen the knurled locking sleeve on the oval connecting link and slide it open. Use the link to connect the Harness Cable to the right most (rear most) Dobby Cable.
  • Page 37 Rug Loom User’s Manual Loom Assembly Figure 16 - Harness cables on longer loom String the cable over the three corresponding pulleys in line with it. The short leg of the cable will fall over the second pulley, the long over the third pulley.
  • Page 38 Loom Assembly Rug Loom User’s Manual Short cable Long cable Figure 17 - Dobby cables Brlng a harness frame to the loom and connect the hanging cable ends into the screweyes in the top of its frame. Note: Each harness frame has a top and a bottom. This will be indicated on the frame.
  • Page 39 Rug Loom User’s Manual Loom Assembly Connect Spring Levers to harness Note the array of Spring Levers suspended on axles from the Spring Lever Supports. A chain hangs from each lever. Find the two levers that are immediately below the harness frame you just hung.

  • Page 40: Cloth Storage Beam Assembly

    Loom Assembly Rug Loom User’s Manual Bring the bundle of springs with chains to the loom. Select one of these assemblies. Connect the spring end into the remaining screweye in either of the levers and the chain end into the screweye opposite.
  • Page 41 Rug Loom User’s Manual Loom Assembly push the gear on against the end of the beam; finally, tighten the gear on against the end of the beam; finally, tighten the gear on against the end of the beam; finally, tighten down the set screw.

  • Page 42: Cloth Beam Assembly

    Loom Assembly Rug Loom User’s Manual Slip the pillow blocks onto the beam axles. The grease fitting on the right block (dobby side) should point to the rear of the loom; that on the left, to the front. You'll need to lift the beam and insert its left end through the frame.
  • Page 43 Rug Loom User’s Manual Loom Assembly Figure 24 - Steel cloth beam If you have a loom with a wood frame, follow these instructions. Wooden blocks should already be on the axles at both ends. Remove the hardware bags from the beam, remove the four square nuts, and insert the bolts into the holes in the blocks, from the recessed side.
  • Page 44 Loom Assembly Rug Loom User’s Manual Rug Loom User’s Manual Figure 25 - Installing Cloth Beam Installing Cloth Beam Lift the beam into position now. Lift the beam into position now. Engage the bolt ends in the Engage the bolt ends in the appropriate holes in the verticals.

  • Page 45: Worm Drive

    Rug Loom User’s Manual Loom Assembly Wooden block Wooden block Figure 26 26 - Cloth beam on wooden frame Rotate the beam again. If it rubs at the ends, loosen one side Rotate the beam again. If it rubs at the ends, loosen one side Rotate the beam again.
  • Page 46 Loom Assembly Rug Loom User’s Manual Find the drive mechanism and remove the pivot bolt, pivot block, and spacer. Bolt the pivot block to the loom with the spacer between the block and the loom. Pivot block with spacer Figure 28 - Pivot Block for worm gear The sliding bracket holds the crankshaft at the front of the loom.
  • Page 47 Rug Loom User’s Manual Loom Assembly Crankshaft with worm gear Star handle Figure 29 - Sliding bracket Note that the worm lays atop the large drive gear. Move the worm down until the two gears mesh. Note: You may need to pull out on the small spring pin you see at the front of the bracket.

  • Page 48: Separation Rollers

    Loom Assembly Rug Loom User’s Manual Turn the crank in both directions. It should operate smoothly and the gears and beam should turn easily. EPARATION OLLERS You will have one Separation Roller for each Warp Beam. If you have a loom wider than 8’, the separation rollers will be steel beams that are bolted to the frame.

  • Page 49: Warp Beams

    Rug Loom User’s Manual Loom Assembly Figure 30 30 - Installing Separation Roller Add the upper bolt at each retainer and tighten. e upper bolt at each retainer and tighten. EAMS You will have a Sectional Warp Beam, a You will have a Sectional Warp Beam, a Plain Warp Beam, or a combinatio Warp Beam, or a combination of beams.

  • Page 50: Brake Cable Assembly

    Loom Assembly Rug Loom User’s Manual Warp beam Separation beam Figure 31 - Warp beam and separation beam on wooden loom Warp beam Separation beam Figure 32 - Warp beam and separation beam on steel loom RAKE ABLE SSEMBLY You will have one brake cable per Warp Beam for 4' and 6' Rug Looms which is installed on the left side if you are in the weaving position at the loom.
  • Page 51 Rug Loom User’s Manual Loom Assembly Figure 33 - Brake Cable locations Brake Cable locations Route the brake cable(s) as indicated in the following diagram Route the brake cable(s) as indicated in the following diagram. Route the brake cable(s) as indicated in the following diagram...

  • Page 52: Brake Drag Strap

    Loom Assembly Rug Loom User’s Manual Rug Loom User’s Manual Figure Figure 34 - Installing Brake Cable Continue to the left side if you have additional brake assemblies. Continue to the left side if you have additional brake assemblies. Continue to the left side if you have additional brake assemblies.
  • Page 53 Rug Loom User’s Manual Loom Assembly Figure e 35 - Brake Drag Strap Setup Wrap the strap around the drum on the beam and attach the Wrap the strap around the drum on the beam and attach the Wrap the strap around the drum on the beam and attach the...

  • Page 54: Apron

    PRON Your Rug Loom is provided with a heavy canvas Cloth Storage Apron. This provides a convenient way to tie off your warp and conserves warp length, several yards of which would be lost if you tied directly to the Cloth Storage Beam.

  • Page 55: Install The Air Lift

    Rug Loom User’s Manual Loom Assembly Locate and lay out the apron. Starting about 1/4" from either end of the Cloth Storage Beam, secure the Velcro strip of the apron to that on the beam. Take care to keep this interface straight and free of wrinkles.
  • Page 56 Loom Assembly Rug Loom User’s Manual Rug Loom User’s Manual Figure Figure 37 - Mechanical dobby Plug in the air lines that go to the advancing hook air cylinder (75 Plug in the air lines that go to the advancing hook air cylinder (75...
  • Page 57 Rug Loom User’s Manual Loom Assembly Figure Figure 38 - Mechanical dobby side Install the Air Lift Page | 53...

  • Page 58: Install The Air Compu-Dobby

    Loom Assembly Rug Loom User’s Manual Figure 39 - Air lift on loom NSTALL THE OMPU OBBY Slide the Compu-dobby into the adjustment slots and secure it with the screws. Plug in the air lines that go to the air cylinders for the dobby.
  • Page 59 Rug Loom User’s Manual Loom Assembly Sensor wire Figure 40 - Air compu-dobby on loom Plug the sensor wire into the front of the compu-dobby. Attach the regulator to the frame near the back of the dobby using the provided hardware and connect the air tubing.

  • Page 60: Connect The Air System

    Loom Assembly Rug Loom User’s Manual Warning: When running the loom, make sure the pressure for the air compu- dobby is not adjusted above 45 psi. Figure 41 - Regulator for air compu-dobby ONNECT YSTEM Note: You should make sure all of the air components on your loom are connected before connecting and testing your air compressor.
  • Page 61 Rug Loom User’s Manual Loom Assembly Your loom is now ready to be hooked up to a compressed air line. This line will be connected to the FRL unit. You need to purchase a fitting to hook up to your air line. For convenience, we suggest that you use a "quick disconnect"...

  • Page 62: Maintaining Your System

    Loom Assembly Rug Loom User’s Manual Rug Loom User’s Manual Figure 42 - FRL Detail (may vary) FRL Detail (may vary) AINTAINING YSTEM Check the FRL weekly (if you use your loom daily). Check the FRL weekly (if you use your loom daily).

  • Page 63: Other Loom Maintenance

    Rug Loom User’s Manual Loom Assembly THER AINTENANCE Lubrication The worm gear for the cloth storage beam needs to be lubricated occasionally. You will need Clear Grease (we recommend Tri-Flow brand). It can be found at bicycle shops. Figure 43 - Clear Grease (Tri-Flow) Dab some grease on top of the worm gear.

  • Page 65: Appendix - Optional Features

    Rug Loom User’s Manual Appendix – Optional Features APPENDIX – OPTIONAL FEATURES Other Loom Maintenance Page | 61...

  • Page 66: Air Shuttle Installation And Adjustments

    Shuttle adjustment. Before proceeding with the Air Shuttle installation, please install the Beater as described in the Rug Loom Manual provided with your loom. Ensure that the Beater height is adjusted to allow a taut warp thread to rest lightly upon the Beater Race.
  • Page 67 Rug Loom User’s Manual Appendix – Optional Features Picker and picker arm Bracket attached to loom Air cylinder Figure 44 - Left shuttle box from rear Attach the Picker Cylinder to the left side of the loom using the hardware and the spacer provided. Attach the correct pneumatic hoses to the Picker Cylinder.
  • Page 68 Appendix – Optional Features Rug Loom User’s Manual For the next step, you will need a straightedge of one-to-two feet long. Slide the straight-edge along the beater until it reaches the Shuttle Shelf in the Air Shuttle Box. There should be a very slight...

  • Page 69: Air Beater

    Rug Loom User’s Manual Appendix – Optional Features EATER There is an air cylinder for each side of the beater which are attached to the top of the loom frame. Select the screws from the hardware pack and use them to mount the Beater Air Cylinder in the holes at the front of the frame.
  • Page 70 Appendix – Optional Features Rug Loom User’s Manual Cloth Storage Beam Assembly The beams you are about to install are extremely heavy and we advise you to have at least two robust adults on hand for handling them. A third person may be required for beams longer than 8 feet.
  • Page 71 Rug Loom User’s Manual Appendix – Optional Features Optional Features Figure 48 - Cloth Storage Beam Cloth Storage Beam On the loom, identify the mounting holes for the pillow blocks. On the loom, identify the mounting holes for the pillow blocks.
  • Page 72 Appendix – Optional Features Rug Loom User’s Manual Figure 49 – Pillow Block and Auto Advance Add the bolts and lightly bolt the pillow blocks in place. The beam needs some movement so that you will be able to place the auto advance mechanisms in place.
  • Page 73 Rug Loom User’s Manual Appendix – Optional Features Position the beam so that the ratchet and auto advance gear mesh together. Tighten the bolts on the pillow block so that the beam is held in position. Bolt the air cylinder into place on the outside of the loom and connect it to the auto advance mechanism.
  • Page 74 Appendix – Optional Features Rug Loom User’s Manual Rug Loom User’s Manual Figure 52 - Installing Cloth Beam Installing Cloth Beam Lift the beam into position. Engage the bolt ends in the Lift the beam into position. Engage the bolt ends in the Lift the beam into position.
  • Page 75 Rug Loom User’s Manual Appendix – Optional Features On the inside of the hole, connect the gear to the mechanism, then bolt them together. Automatic Advance Page | 71...
  • Page 76 Appendix – Optional Features Rug Loom User’s Manual Figure 53 - Cloth Storage Auto Advance Position the beam so that the ratchet and auto advance gear mesh together. Rotate the beam by hand a time or two to settle the remaining block.
  • Page 77 Rug Loom User’s Manual Appendix – Optional Features Optional Features position. It is critical that the Pressure Rollers go on in the correct position. It is critical that the Pressure Rollers go on in the correct position. It is critical that the Pressure Rollers go on in the correct orientation.
  • Page 78 Appendix – Optional Features Rug Loom User’s Manual Pivot block with spacer Figure 55 - Pivot Block for worm gear The sliding bracket holds the crankshaft at the front of the loom. Remove the hardware you find taped to the Sliding Bracket. Use these to secure the bracket to the inside Front Vertical.
  • Page 79 Rug Loom User’s Manual Appendix – Optional Features Crankshaft with worm gear Star handle Figure 56 - Sliding bracket Note that the worm lays atop the large drive gear. Move the worm down until the two gears mesh. Note: You may need to pull out on the small spring pin you see at the front of the bracket.
  • Page 80 Appendix – Optional Features Rug Loom User’s Manual Turn the crank in both directions. It should operate smoothly and the gears and beam should turn easily. Tension Arm Installation The brake cords will vary depending on the type of beam you are using and whether you are using a beam in the upper or lower position.
  • Page 81 Rug Loom User’s Manual Appendix – Optional Features Remove the long bolt (with its nut and washers) from the pulley end of the tension arm. Put one of the washers back on the bolt and push the bolt through the upper hole in the left rear vertical from the outside.
  • Page 82 Appendix – Optional Features Rug Loom User’s Manual Wrap the cable around the sectional beam drum three times (as shown) with the first wrap toward the outside of the loom. Tension Cord Adjustment At the end of the cable or cord assembly is an eyebolt.
  • Page 83 Rug Loom User’s Manual Appendix – Optional Features Find the tension arm weight. It is a heavy black disk with a wooden bracket on one side of it. To attach the weight to the arm, you will need to remove the black knobs and wooden bracket from the weight.

  • Page 85: Weaving Instructions

    WEAVING INSTRUCTIONS Note: Unless otherwise noted, the instructions in this section are basic, general instructions for weaving and are applicable to many AVL and non-AVL looms. They should not be regarded as a substitute for training or experience. Automatic Advance...

  • Page 86: Warping The Plain Beam

    Weaving Instructions Rug Loom User’s Manual ARPING LAIN If you only have a Sectional Beam, proceed to the section titled Warping the Sectional Beam. Various warping methods can be adapted to an AVL loom. However, we recommend the following method in which the warp is wound on to the Plain Beam with the use of a Raddle.
  • Page 87 Rug Loom User’s Manual Weaving Instructions Figure 62 - Warping Board with Two Crosses  The Raddle Cross (warp threads are tied in groups, depending on how many ends will be put in each section of the raddle). Securing The Crosses Before removing the warp from the board or the reel, secure the crosses.
  • Page 88 Weaving Instructions Rug Loom User’s Manual It is usually a good idea to use different color threads for the ties on the tops of the pegs and another color to tie the bows underneath the pegs. By color- coding your ties, you are less likely to twist the warp later.
  • Page 89 Rug Loom User’s Manual Weaving Instructions can attach another rod which has been slipped through the loop at the end of the warp with the Raddle Cross. Figure 63 - Attaching the Warp to the Apron Inserting Sticks In The Raddle Cross Place two lease sticks in either side of the Raddle Cross and secure together with string through the holes in the ends of the sticks.
  • Page 90 Weaving Instructions Rug Loom User’s Manual Measure the center of your Raddle to use it as a center of your warp. The warp threads should either go through the middle of the Raddle or be offset four inches to the right.
  • Page 91 Rug Loom User’s Manual Weaving Instructions not to slip off the sides. To do this, cut your paper four inches wider than the warp width and then fold over the edges an inch on each side. Be sure the warp is wound between the two folded edges not overlapping them.
  • Page 92 Weaving Instructions Rug Loom User’s Manual remove the warp from the Raddle. Afterwards, replace the top on the Raddle and leave it in its place on the back of the loom as it will not interfere with the weaving process. Then be sure to bring the end of the warp around the Separation Beam so that it now travels into the loom.

  • Page 93: Warping The Sectional Beam

    Rug Loom User’s Manual Weaving Instructions Proceed with a threading as if you were only working with one beam. Follow your threading instructions and take special care which thread from which pair of lease sticks comes next. More Than Two Warps, Only One Beam? Separate Tensioning!
  • Page 94 Weaving Instructions Rug Loom User’s Manual and serve the same function as the apron on the Plain Beam. They give you “reach” from the Warp Beam and allow you to weave every possible inch until the end of the warp touches the last Harness you are using. Make them out of a strong non-stretchable linen or cotton cord.
  • Page 95 Rug Loom User’s Manual Weaving Instructions • NUMBER OF SPOOLS? Sectional Beaming requires the use of as many spools loaded with thread per individual section as your Ends Per Inch, or planned sett in the reed, dictates. To calculate the actual number of spools required, we need to know: 1.
  • Page 96 Weaving Instructions Rug Loom User’s Manual Make sure you put each thread through the metal eye on the spool rack so the threads do not get tangled. When arranging the spools on the Spool Rack, it doesn’t matter whether you...
  • Page 97 Rug Loom User’s Manual Weaving Instructions Reattach the heddle retainer. Figure 66 - Tension Box Positioning The Tension Box Mount the Tension Box in the groove of the Track and Mount system, with the Counter facing into the loom. The Tension Box is fastened to the Separation Beam with a small cross piece and wing nuts.
  • Page 98 Weaving Instructions Rug Loom User’s Manual the Rear (stationary) Reed. Since this reed is eight dents per inch, you will divide the E.P.I. into eight to find out how many ends will be in each dent (with sixteen E.P.I, put two ends in a section). If your E.P.I. does not divide equally by eight, you can either vary the number of ends in each dent (with twenty E.P.I., alternate two and three ends in the dents) or thread the dents...
  • Page 99 Rug Loom User’s Manual Weaving Instructions Winding The Warp Figure 67 - Winding on the Warp Tie an overhand knot near the end of the warp threads from one section and slip that knot into the opening of the larkshead knot you create in the Extension Cord.
  • Page 100 Weaving Instructions Rug Loom User’s Manual Figure 68 - Adjusting the Size of the Section Extra care to correctly center and adjust the width of each warp section will result in more perfect tension while weaving. Make sure that the threads are going on to the Beam in flat layers. If you notice that warp piles up at the hoops, the section of the warp is too wide.
  • Page 101 Rug Loom User’s Manual Weaving Instructions different tension once you start weaving. The extra thread you use for measuring purposes can then be reused for each section. Figure 69 - Attaching Yardage Counter to Tension Box Creating The Cross When there is about a half-yard left to be wound onto the Beam, it is time to make the Threading Cross.
  • Page 102 Weaving Instructions Rug Loom User’s Manual Now push down on the front Heddle Frame, making the other half of the threads go up. You may need to give a gentle tug to the section, behind the Box, to help the threads separate into the new Shed. Now take one end of your Marking Thread and bring it through this Shed.
  • Page 103 Rug Loom User’s Manual Weaving Instructions Figure 70 - Adjust Wind-off Tension Adjust Warp Length using different spool placement by moving the spools on the arms. Reset the Revolution Counter to Zero Setup Cones with the Cone Caddy Making the First Section Open and secure the raddle top using the removable pin.
  • Page 104 Weaving Instructions Rug Loom User’s Manual Bring the thread(s) up and over the left side of the top spool so that you are ready to wind the Warping Wheel in a counter clockwise motion. Figure 72 - Wind Counter Clockwise After you have wound one length bring the thread(s) around the back of the raddle and through a dent (working from right to left).
  • Page 105 Rug Loom User’s Manual Weaving Instructions Tying Off Put the raddle top back on. Cut the bout threads just to the left of the clip and under the threads going over the wheel. Hold onto the threads securely at the raddle (so they don’t slip through.
  • Page 106 Weaving Instructions Rug Loom User’s Manual Figure 76 - Place Raddle in Lower Position Take the extension cord from your beam. Create a larks head loop at its end and loop it around the knotted end of your warp section.

  • Page 107: Combining Sectional And Plain Warping

    Rug Loom User’s Manual Weaving Instructions Figure 78 - Pivot Raddle OMBINING ECTIONAL LAIN ARPING Depending on your equipment and preferences, you may prefer to wind separate warp sections on a warping board or reel and go from there directly to the Sectional Beam.

  • Page 108: Threading, Sleying, & Tying On

    Weaving Instructions Rug Loom User’s Manual Attach each baby warp to the Extension Cords and proceed as in regular Sectional Beaming procedure. Since you are not using the Tension Box for tension, be sure to keep it taut manually. When you come close to the end of the section, take the reed cover off and continue winding the rest of the baby warp.
  • Page 109 Rug Loom User’s Manual Weaving Instructions Unused Heddles After threading is complete, make sure that the unused heddles are all pushed to the far sides of the harness sticks between the screweyes and the ends of the harness sticks. For balance, there should be approximately equal numbered groups of unused heddles on both sides of each harness.
  • Page 110 Weaving Instructions Rug Loom User’s Manual Start with one section in the middle, then the far right and the far left outside ones. Work your way in. After tying the knot, pull only until you feel some resistance and tighten the knot and proceed to the next section.

  • Page 111: Advancing The Warp

    Rug Loom User’s Manual Weaving Instructions for production weavers as it saves time. It also takes less concentration and there is less chance of making mistakes in threading. The tying on process starts when you are finishing the last warp on the loom.
  • Page 112 Weaving Instructions Rug Loom User’s Manual Crank the cloth storage beam handle until you have advanced the warp far enough. Turn the warp beam brake back on. If you are using two warp beams, make sure to turn on both brakes.

  • Page 113: Removing Cloth From The Loom

    Rug Loom User’s Manual Weaving Instructions EMOVING LOTH FROM THE To remove the cloth from the loom you will need to release the worm gear from the cloth storage beam so that the cloth can be freely removed. Loosen the star handle.
  • Page 114 Weaving Instructions Rug Loom User’s Manual Move the crankshaft up so that the worm gear is released from the cloth storage beam. Tighten the star handle so that the crankshaft stays in place. Page | 110 Removing Cloth from the Loom...

  • Page 115: The Fine Print

    Rug Loom User’s Manual The Fine Print THE FINE PRINT Removing Cloth from the Loom Page | 111...

  • Page 116: Avl Customer Service

    E-Mail: sales@avlusa.com AVL W ARRANTIES Limited Warranty: The benefits of this warranty accrue solely to the original purchaser of AVL Looms, Inc. products, as defined below. Your warranty covers: New Looms: AVL Looms, Inc., a California corporation (“AVL”) warrants to the original purchaser of any AVL loom (each, a "Product") that the Product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship...
  • Page 117 Rug Loom User’s Manual The Fine Print Your warranty does not cover: 1.Labor charges for installation or set-up of the Product, as well as any labor charges required to install, disassemble, troubleshoot, or reassemble the Product. 2.Any taxes imposed on AVL for Product replacement or repair under this warranty.

  • Page 118: Notice To Users In The European Union

    Compliance is indicated by the CE marking. The manufacturer of this product is: AVL Looms, Inc., 2360 Park Avenue, Chico, CA 95928 USA. A declaration of conformity to the requirements of the Directives is available upon request from the Authorized Representative. This product satisfies the Class B limits of EN 55022 and safety requirements of EN 60950.

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