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(D) Presets
Save up to two preset speeds to quickly switch between
speed preferences. For example, you may prefer a slower
speed when using rulers and a faster speed when doing all-
over meandering.
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Use the "+" and "–" butt ons to adjust the speed percentage
and then press the Record butt on next to one of the preset
values to store that speed as a preset. To use one of the
preset speeds, simply press the speed.
(E) Basti ng Mode In Manual Operati on
The Plati num™ Q|160 has a basti ng mode that causes a
sti tch to be formed at a specifi ed ti me interval – every
0.5 second, 0.75 second, 1.0 second, 1.5 second, or 2.0
seconds. Touch the basti ng icon to acti vate basti ng mode.
Then press the "+" or "–" butt on to set the ti me interval for
the basti ng sti tch.
Press the foot pedal to begin quilti ng. The
Plati num™
Q|160 will take a sti tch (needle down and then needle up)
at the specifi ed interval. Coordinate how quickly you move
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the quilt sandwich with how quickly the machine takes a
basti ng sti tch. Experiment with the various speed opti ons
along with moving the quilt to fi nd which of the setti ngs
work best for you to positi on the basti ng sti tches on
your quilt.
(F) Easy to Set Tension
The tension box on the Main Screen shows the current
tension setti ng as a numeric value. As the tension dial is
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turned clockwise to ti ghten the top tension, the number
increases in increments of fi ve. As the tension dial is turned
counter-clockwise to loosen the top tension, the number
decreases in increments of fi ve. The faster the dial is
turned, the faster the numbers increase or decrease.
Aft er setti ng the bobbin tension, test the top tension by
sti tching on a fabric scrap on the edge of the quilt batti ng
and backing. Increase or decrease as needed unti l balanced
tension is achieved. Make a note of the thread type
(weight, brand, color) and the tension value to quickly and
easily set the tension when this same thread is used again
in the future.
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Plati num™ Q|160 Quilti ng Machine User's Guide
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