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Copyright January 14, 2021
Grace Company
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  • Page 1 Assembly & Use Copyright January 14, 2021 Grace Company (Reproduction Prohibited) Version 1.1...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Frame Specifications ..................3 Included Parts & Tools ..................4 Full Frame Assembly ..................8 Step 1 - Setting the Frame Height ......................9 Step 2 - Building the Frame Table ..................... 11 Step 3 - Installing the Tracks ......................16 Step 4 - Assembling the Rail Supports ....................19 Step 5 - Installing the Bottom Carriage ....................

  • Page 3: Frame Specifications

    Frame Specifications Your frame can be set up as a full-sized frame (8 feet or 10 feet, depending upon your model), or a half-sized “crib” frame (4 feet or 5 feet). Please provide at least 3 feet of clearance around the front, back, and right side of the frame.

  • Page 4: Included Parts & Tools

    Included Parts & Tools Please make sure all pieces are included in your kit. Box 1 Right Leg Left Leg Middle Leg CII-09-14523 CII-09-14522 CII-09-14521 See page 9, 40 See page 9, 40 See page 9 Inner Box Front Rail Arm Front Rail Arm Take-Up Rail Arm Take-Up Rail Arm...
  • Page 5 Allen Wrench 3 mm T-Handle Allen Allen Wrench 5 mm Allen Wrench 6 mm Wrench 4 mm HDW-03-10166 HDW-03-10167 HDW-03-10742 HDW-03-10741 Open-ended Wrench Open-ended Wrench M10 Washer Set Screw 10 mm & 13 mm 14 mm & 17 mm M6 x 6 mm (x8) HDW-03-10743 HDW-03-12347 HDW-03-10037...
  • Page 6 NOTE: Some parts will come in one of two sizes, depending on the frame. You will only receive one size of these parts. Box 2 Table Section 4 ft or 5 ft (x2) Long Plastic Track 8 ft or 10 ft (x4) 8 ft: PLA-05-11764 4 ft: CII-09-14631 10 ft: PLA-05-10560...
  • Page 7 Non-ratchet Rail Section 4 ft or 5 ft (x3) 4 ft: CII-09-14638 5 ft: CII-09-14635 See page 26, 53 Rail Coupler (x3) CNT-08-11865 See page 26 Box 4 Channel Lock (x2) Channel Lock SBHCS Screw Bottom Carriage Washer (x2) M6 x 20 mm (x2) CNT-09-13523 ACC-09-13507 CNT-04-11580...

  • Page 8: Full Frame Assembly

    Full Frame Assembly This section describes the steps for setting up the full-sized frame. For instructions on the half-sized (crib) setup, see “Crib Frame Assembly” on page 39. Tip: For additional help, scan the QR code below with the camera on your iphone to visit our online support videos! https://www.graceframe.com/en/resources/support/videos...

  • Page 9: Step 1 - Setting The Frame Height

    Full Frame Assembly Step 1 - Setting the Frame Height Parts & Tools Needed: T-Handle Allen Left Leg Right Leg Middle Leg Wrench 4 mm (Box 1) (Box 1) (Box 1) (Box 1: Inner Box) Allen Wrench 5 mm Open-ended Wrench 10 mm &...
  • Page 10 Full Frame Assembly Setting the Frame Height (Continued) On all legs: Re-tighten the set screws with On all legs: Raise the top of the leg until the 4 mm Allen wrench. The middle leg has the leg is the desired height. Re-install the only one set screw.

  • Page 11: Step 2 - Building The Frame Table

    Full Frame Assembly Step 2 - Building the Frame Table Parts & Tools Needed: SBHCS Screw Table Section (x2) T-Handle Allen Allen Wrench 5 mm M8 x 16 mm (x36) Wrench 4 mm (Box 2) (Box 1: Inner Box) Corner Brace (x4) Middle Leg Right Leg Left Leg...
  • Page 12 Full Frame Assembly Building the Frame Table (Continued) Use two M8 x 16 mm SBHCS screws to attach the left frame leg to the underside of one of the table sections. Tighten with the 5 mm Allen wrench. Left Frame Leg Table Section M8 x 16 mm SBHCS (x2)
  • Page 13 Full Frame Assembly Building the Frame Table (Continued) Carefully lift the table to a standing position. Use two M8 x 16 mm SBHCS screws to attach the right frame leg to the underside of the remaining table section. Tighten with the 5 mm Allen wrench. Right Frame Table Section M8 x 16 mm...
  • Page 14 Full Frame Assembly Building the Frame Table (Continued) Line up the two table sections and use two M8 x 16 mm SBHCS screws to attach the right table section to the middle leg. Tighten with the 5 mm Allen wrench. M8 x 16 mm SBHCS (x2) Install a middle brace onto the front and back of the middle leg with six M8 x 16 mm...
  • Page 15 Full Frame Assembly Building the Frame Table (Continued) Pull the bottom of the left and right legs out, away from the center, to help square up the frame.

  • Page 16: Step 3 - Installing The Tracks

    Full Frame Assembly Step 3 - Installing the Tracks Parts & Tools Needed: Long Plastic Track Support Set Screw Allen Wrench 3 mm Track (x4) Connector (x2) M6 x 6 mm (x8) (Box 1: Inner Box) (Box 1: Inner Box) (Box 1: Inner Box) (Box 2) Bottom Carriage...
  • Page 17 Full Frame Assembly Installing the Tracks (Continued) Slide another track support onto the track connector. Track Support Track Connector Use two M6 x 6 mm set screws and the 3 mm Allen wrench to tighten the track support firmly to the connector. M6 x 6 mm Set Screws (x2) Thread each of the plastic tracks into the track supports.
  • Page 18 Full Frame Assembly Installing the Tracks (Continued) Loosely connect the track supports to the frame with the 4 mm Allen wrench and the sixteen M6 x 10 mm connector bolts removed in “Step 2 - Building the Frame Table” on page 11. Track Support (x2) Connector Bolts M6 x 10 mm (x16)

  • Page 19: Step 4 - Assembling The Rail Supports

    Full Frame Assembly Step 4 - Assembling the Rail Supports Parts & Tools Needed: SBHCS Screw Allen Wrench 5 mm M8 x 55 mm (x8) (Box 1: Inner Box) Front Rail Arm Front Rail Arm Take-Up Rail Arm Take-Up Rail Arm (Non-Ratcheting) (Ratcheting) (Non-Ratcheting)

  • Page 20: Step 5 - Installing The Bottom Carriage

    Full Frame Assembly Step 5 - Installing the Bottom Carriage Parts & Tools Needed: Channel Lock (x1) Channel Lock T-Handle Allen Bottom Carriage Washer (x1) Wrench 4 mm (Box 4) (Box 4) SBHCS Screw M6 x 20 mm (x1) (Box 4) Instructions Install a channel lock on the bottom carriage before placing the bottom carriage onto the frame.
  • Page 21 Full Frame Assembly Installing the Bottom Carriage (Continued) Remove the screw attaching the outside, Screw the channel lock and washer onto right-rear wheel to the bottom carriage the right-rear bottom carriage wheel with an M6 x 20 mm SBHCS and 4 mm Allen using the 4 mm Allen wrench.

  • Page 22: Step 6 - Installing The Quilting Machine

    Full Frame Assembly Step 6 - Installing the Quilting Machine If using a top carriage and home sewing machine, please follow the instructions Parts & Tools Needed: in your top carriage manual and then go to page 24. T-Handle Allen SBHCS Screw Channel Lock Channel Lock (x1)
  • Page 23 Full Frame Assembly Installing the Quilting Machine (Continued) With the channel lock in the open position, carefully place machine onto the bottom carriage, if not already done.

  • Page 24: Step 7 - Leveling The Frame

    Full Frame Assembly Step 7 - Leveling the Frame Parts & Tools Needed: Open-End Wrench (Box 1: Inner Box) Instructions Leveling the frame ensures the machine doesn’t drift or pull to one side when stitching. Move the machine and bottom carriage to one corner of the frame, and release. If the machine rolls away from the corner, use the 17 mm open-end wrench to adjust the leveling foot at the bottom of the leg.
  • Page 25 Full Frame Assembly Leveling the Frame (Continued) Test the next corner of the frame, and adjust the leveling foot underneath if Leveling Foot Adjustment needed. Loosen the top nut on the leveling foot with the 17 mm open-end wrench. Test the middle of the frame next, and then the other two corners.

  • Page 26: Step 8 - Installing The Rails

    Full Frame Assembly Step 8 - Installing the Rails Parts & Tools Needed: Ratchet Rail Section (x2) (Box 3) Non-ratchet Rail Section (x3) (Box 3) Handwheel Rail Section (Box 3) T-Handle Allen Rail Coupler (x3) Wrench 4 mm (Box 3) Instructions The rails hold and position the quilt on the frame.
  • Page 27 Full Frame Assembly Installing the Rails (Continued) Use the 4 mm Allen wrench to loosen (turn counter-clockwise) the coupler screws inside the rail until they press firmly against the rail. Slide one of the ratcheting rail sections onto the other side of the rail coupler. Ratchet Rail Section Line the coupler screws with the holes in the rail and loosen them with the 4 mm Allen wrench...
  • Page 28 Full Frame Assembly Installing the Rails (Continued) Repeat steps 1-4 with the remaining rails. One rail will be completed with the handwheel rail section in place of the ratcheting rail section. Insert one of the rail’s ratchet section end into the front rail arm (ratcheting side). Front Rail Arm (Ratcheting) Ratchet Section...
  • Page 29 Full Frame Assembly Installing the Rails (Continued) Repeat steps 6-7 for the bottom rail. Insert the handwheel rail through the throat of the machine. Handwheel Rail Place the ratcheting side of the rail into the ratcheting take-up rail arm, and then press the non-ratcheting side into the non-ratchet ting take-up rail arm.

  • Page 30: Step 9 - Assembling The Handwheel

    Full Frame Assembly Full Frame Assembly Step 9 - Assembling the Handwheel Parts & Tools Needed: Handwheel Handwheel Knob Allen Wrench 6 mm Three-Armed Handwheel Knob (Box 1: Inner Box) (Box 1: Inner Box) (Box 1: Inner Box) (Box 1: Inner Box) Shoulder Bolt M8 (Box 1: Inner Box) Handwheel Coupler...

  • Page 31: Step 10 - Installing The Bungee Clamps

    Full Frame Assembly Full Frame Assembly Step 10 - Installing the Bungee Clamps Parts & Tools Needed: Bungee Clamp (x4) (Box 1: Inner Box) Instructions The bungee clamps hold the edges of the quilt up and provide additional tension to the quilt surface. Take the following steps: Note: Your bungee clamps may have come Repeat step 2 to install all four bungee...

  • Page 32: Step 11 - Adjusting The Rails

    Full Frame Assembly Full Frame Assembly Step 11 - Adjusting the Rails Parts & Tools Needed: T-Handle Allen Allen Wrench 5 mm Wrench 4 mm Instructions The placement of the rails in relation to the machine is crucial for proper quilt alignment and quality sewing.
  • Page 33 Full Frame Assembly Adjusting the Rails (Continued) To set the front rail height, turn the knobs on the necks of both front rail arms, and remove the M8 x 20 mm connector bolts from the rail arms with the 5 mm Allen wrench. Knob Knob M8 x 20 mm...

  • Page 34: Step 12 - Installing The Velcro Tape

    Full Frame Assembly Step 12 - Installing the Velcro Tape Parts & Tools Needed: Marker (not included) Velcro Tape (x3) Found in Leader Cloth Set (Box 4) Instructions Velcro strips are used to attach the leader cloth to your frame. The leader cloths help align the quilt and maximize the are of the quilt surface that the machine will be able to reach.
  • Page 35 Full Frame Assembly Installing the Velcro Tape (Continued) Remove some of the backing from the center of the tape and attach the tape to center of one of the rails. Peel off some of the backing from the end of the tape. Use the holes on to rail to keep the tape straight, and attach it to the end of the rail.
  • Page 36 Full Frame Assembly Installing the Velcro Tape (Continued) Now do the same for the other side of the rail. Repeat steps 3–7 for the other two rails.

  • Page 37: Step 13 - Installing Leader Cloth

    Full Frame Assembly Step 13 - Installing Leader Cloth Parts & Tools Needed: Leader Cloth Set Tape Measure (not included) Marker (not included) Instructions The leader cloths attach the quit to the frame while maximizing the quilt surface that the machine can reach.
  • Page 38 Full Frame Assembly Installing the Leader Cloth (Continued) Moving from the center outward, smooth the top edge of the leader cloth across the Velcro. Repeat steps 3–4 for the medium width leader cloth on the backing rail. Medium Width Leader Cloth (right side to the rear) Backing Rail For the widest leader cloth, repeat steps 3–4 on the top rail, but drape the leader cloth over...

  • Page 39: Crib Frame Assembly

    Crib Frame Assembly This section describes the steps for setting up the half-sized (crib) frame. For instructions on the full- size setup, see page 8. Tip: For additional help, scan the QR code below with the camera on your iphone to visit our online support videos! https://www.graceframe.com/en/resources/support/videos...

  • Page 40: Step 1 - Setting The Frame Height

    Crib Frame Assembly Step 1 - Setting the Frame Height Parts & Tools Needed: Open-ended Wrench Left Leg Right Leg Allen Wrench 5 mm 10 mm & 13 mm (Box 1: Inner Box) (Box 1: Inner Box) (Box 1) (Box 1) Instructions The frame height is most easily adjusted prior to frame assembly.

  • Page 41: Step 2 - Building The Frame Table

    Crib Frame Assembly Step 2 - Building the Frame Table Parts & Tools Needed: SBHCS Screw T-Handle Allen Left Leg Table Section (x1) M8 x 16 mm (x20) Wrench 4 mm (Box 1: Inner Box) (Box 2) (Box 1: Inner Box) Right Leg Allen Wrench 5 mm Corner Brace (x4)
  • Page 42 Crib Frame Assembly Building the Table (Continued) Use two M8 x 16 mm SBHCS screws to attach the left frame leg to the underside of the table section. Tighten with the 5 mm Allen wrench. Left Frame Leg Table Section M8 x 16 mm SBHCS (x2) Use two M8 x 16 mm SBHCS screws to attach the right frame leg to the other side of the...
  • Page 43 Crib Frame Assembly Building the Frame Table (Continued) Carefully lift the table to a standing position. Install the corner braces onto the rear of the left and right frame legs with eight M8 x 16 mm SBHCS screws and the 5 mm Allen wrench. Corner Brace (x2) M8 x 16 mm SBHCS (x8)

  • Page 44: Step 3 - Installing The Tracks

    Crib Frame Assembly Step 3 - Installing the Tracks Parts & Tools Needed: Track Supports (x2) Connector Bolts T-Handle Allen Short Plastic Wrench 4 mm (Removed in Step 2) (Removed in Step 2) Track (x4) (Box 2) Instructions The frame tracks allow the quilting machine to move across the frame. Thread two of the plastic tracks into each of the track supports.
  • Page 45 Crib Frame Assembly Installing the Tracks(Continued) Loosely connect the track supports to the frame with the M6 x 10 mm connector bolts (removed in “Step 2 - Building the Frame Table” on page 41) and the 4 mm Allen wrench. Connector Bolts M6 x 10 mm (x16) Line up the front track support as close...

  • Page 46: Step 4 - Assembling The Rail Supports

    Crib Frame Assembly Step 4 - Assembling the Rail Supports Parts & Tools Needed: Take-Up Rail Arm Take-Up Rail Arm Front Rail Arm Front Rail Arm (Non-Ratcheting) (Ratcheting) (Non-Ratcheting) (Ratcheting) (Box 1: Inner Box) (Box 1: Inner Box) (Box 1: Inner Box) (Box 1: Inner Box) SBHCS Screw Allen Wrench 5 mm...

  • Page 47: Step 5 - Installing The Bottom Carriage

    Crib Frame Assembly Step 5 - Installing the Bottom Carriage Parts & Tools Needed: Bottom Carriage SBHCS Screw Channel Lock Channel Lock (x1) M6 x 20 mm (x1) Washer (x1) (Box 4) (Box 4) (Box 4) (Box 4) Instructions Install a channel lock on the bottom carriage before placing the bottom carriage onto the frame. The channel locks assist with stitching straight lines.
  • Page 48 Crib Frame Assembly Installing the Bottom Carriage (Continued) With the channel lock in the open position, place the bottom carriage onto the frame so the wheels slide over the frame track. The channel lock should be positioned on the rear track. STOP HERE if you are using a top plate and home sewing machine.

  • Page 49: Step 6 - Installing The Quilting Machine

    Crib Frame Assembly Step 6 - Installing the Quilting Machine If using a top carriage and home sewing machine, please follow the instructions Parts & Tools Needed: in your top carriage manual and then go to page 51. T-Handle Allen SBHCS Screw Channel Lock Channel Lock (x1)
  • Page 50 Crib Frame Assembly Installing the Quilting Machine (Continued) With the channel lock in the open position, carefully place machine onto the bottom carriage, if not already done.

  • Page 51: Step 7 - Leveling The Frame

    Crib Frame Assembly Step 7 - Leveling the Frame Parts & Tools Needed: Open-End Wrench 14 & 17 mm (Box 1: Inner Box) Instructions Leveling the frame ensures the machine doesn’t pull away when stitching. Move the machine and bottom carriage to one corner of the frame, and release. If the machine rolls away from the corner, use the 14 &...
  • Page 52 Crib Frame Assembly Leveling the Frame (Continued) Test the next corner of the frame, and Leveling Foot Adjustment adjust the leveling foot underneath if needed. Loosen the top nut on the leveling foot with the 17 mm open-end wrench. Test the other two corners. Turn the bottom nut with the 14 mm open-end wrench until the desired height is set.

  • Page 53: Step 8 - Installing The Rails

    Crib Frame Assembly Step 8 - Installing the Rails Parts & Tools Needed: Ratchet Rail Section (x2) (Box 3) Non-ratchet Rail Section (x3) (Box 3) Handwheel Rail (Box 3) Allen Wrench 6 mm (Box 1: Inner Box) Instructions The rails hold and position the quilt on the frame. On all non-ratchet rail sections: Use the Remove the non-ratchet rail end from the 6 mm Allen wrench to loosen the M10 x...
  • Page 54 Crib Frame Assembly Installing the Rails (Continued) Use the 6 mm Allen wrench to screw the non-ratchet rail ends to the free ends of the ratchet rails and the handwheel rail. Handwheel Rail Non-ratchet Rail End (x3) Ratchet Rail (x2) Insert one of the rail’s ratchet rail end into the front rail arm (ratcheting side).
  • Page 55 Crib Frame Assembly Installing the Rails (Continued) Repeat steps 4–5 for the bottom rail. Insert the handwheel rail through the throat of the machine, handwheel side first. Handwheel Rail Place the ratcheting side of the rail into the ratcheting take-up rail arm, and then press the non-ratcheting side into the non-ratcheting take-up rail arm.

  • Page 56: Step 9 - Assembling The Handwheel

    Crib Frame Assembly Step 9 - Assembling the Handwheel Parts & Tools Needed: Handwheel Handwheel Knob Allen Wrench 6 mm Handwheel Coupler (Box 1: Inner Box) (Box 1: Inner Box) (Box 1: Inner Box) (Box 1: Inner Box) Shoulder Bolt M8 M10 Washer (Box 1: Inner Box) (Box 1: Inner Box)

  • Page 57: Step 10 - Installing The Bungee Clamps

    Crib Frame Assembly Step 10 - Installing the Bungee Clamps Parts & Tools Needed: Bungee Clamp (x4) (Box 1: Inner Box) Instructions The bungee clamps hold the edges of the quilt up and provide additional tension to the quilt surface. Take the following steps: Note: Your bungee clamps may have come Repeat step 2 to install all four bungee...

  • Page 58: Step 11 - Setting The Rail Distances

    Crib Frame Assembly Step 11 - Setting the Rail Distances Parts & Tools Needed: T-Handle Allen Wrench 4 mm Instructions The placement of the rails in relation to the machine is crucial for proper quilt alignment and quality sewing. For customers using the idler or batting accessory rails, please refer to the instructions that came with your accessories on how to configure your rails.
  • Page 59 Crib Frame Assembly Setting the Rail Distances (Continued) To set the front rail height, turn the knobs on the necks of both front rail arms, and remove the M8 x 20 mm connector bolts from the rail arms with the 5 mm Allen wrench. Knob Knob M8 x 20 mm...

  • Page 60: Step 12 - Installing The Velcro Tape

    Crib Frame Assembly Step 12 - Installing the Velcro Tape Parts & Tools Needed: Velcro Tape (x2) Scissors (not included) Tape Measure (not included) Found in Leader Marker (not included) Cloth Set (Box 4) Instructions Velcro strips are used to attach the leader cloth to your frame. The leader cloths help align the quilt and maximize the are of the quilt surface that the machine will be able to reach.
  • Page 61 Crib Frame Assembly Installing the Velcro Tape (Continued) Peel off some of the backing from the end On three halves of cut Velcro tape: of the tape. Use the holes on to rail to keep Fold the Velcro tape in half again and mark the tape straight, and attach it to the end out the center with your marker.
  • Page 62 Crib Frame Assembly Installing the Velcro Tape (Continued) Repeat steps 6–9 for the other two rails.

  • Page 63: Step 13 - Installing Leader Cloth

    Crib Frame Assembly Step 13 - Installing Leader Cloth Parts & Tools Needed: Scissors or Rotary Cutter (not included) Leader Cloth Set Tape Measure (not included) Marker (not included) Instructions The leader cloths attach the quit to the frame while maximizing the quilt surface that the machine can reach.
  • Page 64 Crib Frame Assembly Installing the Leader Cloth (Continued) Moving from the center outward, spread the top edge of the leader cloth across the Velcro. Note: Image showing full setup. Step is the same for the crib setup. Repeat steps 2–4 for the medium width leader cloth on the backing rail. Medium Width Leader Cloth (right side to the rear) Backing Rail...

  • Page 65: Using Your Frame

    Using Your Frame This section describes how to attach fabric and how to use the channel locks.

  • Page 66: Sizing The Quilt Backing And Batting

    Using Your Frame Sizing the Quilt Backing and Batting Parts & Tools Needed: Pins (not included) Fabric (not included) Tape Measure (not included) Instructions The quilt backing and batting must be properly sized for neat quilting. Measure the length and width of your quilt Cut your quilt backing so it is 6-8 inches top.

  • Page 67: Attaching The Fabric

    Using Your Frame Attaching the Fabric Parts & Tools Needed: Pins (not included) Fabric (not included) Instructions Take the following steps to properly mount your quilt on the frame: Fold your quilt’s backing in half to find the Work from the center out and pin the center.
  • Page 68 Using Your Frame Attaching the Fabric (Continued) Fold your batting to locate the top center- Pin the top center-point of your quilt point. Place a pin to mark it. backing to the center-point on the take- up rail leader cloth. Top Center- point Take-up rail...
  • Page 69 Using Your Frame Attaching the Fabric (Continued) Drape the bottom of the batting between Pin down the top of the quilt from the the backing and top rails. center out. Backing Rail Top Rail Fold your quilt top to locate the top Pin the bottom of the quilt top to the center-point.
  • Page 70 Using Your Frame Attaching the Fabric (Continued) To hold up the edges of the quilt, slide the fabric into the bungee clamps. Tension by pressing down on the bungee stops and pulling the bungee tail. Roll up your quilt as you go. Turn the top knobs on the front rails to release the quilt tension.

  • Page 71: Using The Channel Locks

    Using Your Frame Using the Channel Locks Instructions The channel locks assist with stitching in a straight line by inhibiting the movement of the bottom carriage or machine. On both channel locks: Flip down the arm On both channel locks: To prevent the on the machine channel lock to close the rubber foot from loosening over time, use channel lock.
  • Page 72 Using Your Frame Using the Channel Locks(Continued) To move the machine back and forth on the bottom carriage and create a straight vertical line, close only the bottom carriage channel lock. To move the machine across the frame and create a straight horizontal line, close only the channel lock on the machine.
  • Page 73 The Grace Company 2225 South 3200 West Salt Lake City, UT 84119 Phone: 1-800-264-0644 Fax: 801-908-8888 www.graceframe.com...

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