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- Page 1 BERNINA Hoop Frame Assembly Instructions...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Attaching the Stoppers ........... 18 Mounting the Side Rails .......... 19 Mounting the Front Rail .......... 20 2.10 Placing the Q 16 / Q 16 PLUS on the Hoop Frame ... 21 Assembling the Stand Profiles ........21 Positioning the Quilt Machine ........24 Attaching the Front Handle ......... -
Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please observe the following general safety instructions when assembling the quilting frame. Before using this quilting frame, read instruction manual carefully. Warning To protect persons from injuries: • The packaging of the quilting frame and the machine is large and heavy. The packaging should, therefore, always be carried by at least two adults together. -
Page 5: General Information
• The latest version of the assembly instructios can be downloaded at www.bernina.com. Proper Use The quilting frame serves as a supporting base and workstation for quilting with the BERNINA Q 16 / Q 16 PLUS and sewing machines. Any other use is not considered proper. BERNINA assumes no liability concerning consequences resulting from an improper use. -
Page 6: Explanation Of Symbols
Designates a medium-risk hazard which can lead to serious injuries if not avoided. Designates a low-risk hazard which can lead to minor or moderate injuries if not avoided. CAUTION Designates a hazard which can lead to material damage if not avoided. NOTICE Tips from the BERNINA quilting experts. -
Page 7: My Bernina
MY BERNINA My BERNINA 1.1 Overview The BERNINA Hoop Frame is available in two versions: • for BERNINA Q 16 machines (Q 16 / Q 16 PLUS) • for sewing machines (recommended with approx. 25 cm (10") of throat space) These assembly instructions cover all machine models. -
Page 8: Overview Of Scope Of Delivery
The BERNINA Hoop Frame is delivered in 3 cardboard boxes. Boxes 1 - 2 contain all parts required to assemble the Hoop Frame. Box 3 contains parts for placing the machine and hooping the quilt. The Q 16 / Q 16 PLUS or the sewing machine is not part of this scope of delivery. - Page 9 Screw M8 × 16 mm Screw M8 × 20 mm Screw M8 × 55 mm Washer M8 Screw for stopper M5 × 35 mm Allen key (2 x 2,5 mm, 3 mm, 4 mm, 5 mm, 6 mm) Open-end wrench, 10–13 / 17 Box 2 – Components for the Hoop Frame Illustration Quantity Term Tabletop, pre-assembled Take-up rail Front rail...
- Page 10 MY BERNINA Box 3 – Version for the Q 16 / Q 16 PLUS Illustration Quantity Term Assembly instructions Carriage incl. machine stopper Front stand profile, for Longarm Machine Back stand profile, for Longarm Machine Vibration kit Handle Lever Lock Side leader Border strip...
- Page 11 MY BERNINA Illustration Quantity Term Fabric clamp for side rail Fabric clamp for front rail Box 3 – Version for Sewing Machine Illustration Quantity Term Assembly instructions Carriage incl. machine stopper Bottom plate Handle Handle with accessory bracket Screw M6 × 35 mm Curved saddle washer 22 mm...
- Page 12 MY BERNINA Illustration Quantity Term Lever Lock Start/stop unit Side leader Border strip Bungee strap for take-up rail Fabric clamp for take-up rail Fabric clamp for side rail Fabric clamp for front rail...
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Page 13: Hoop Frame
> Check the individual parts for damage. > Check that the delivery is complete. > If parts are missing or if you have any questions about assembly, contact your BERNINA dealer immediately. 2.2 Determining the Working Height The correct working height should correspond to a comfortable working posture. As each person is of a different height and appreciates different adjustments, the table below corresponds to a basic setting that can be personalized after the machine has been set up. -
Page 14: Adjusting The Leg Height
HOOP FRAME 2.3 Adjusting the Leg Height Adjust the leg height according to the determined working height. (see page 13) Required parts: Required tools: • Allen key, 4 mm • Allen key, 5 mm • Open-end wrench, 13 mm > Loosen the locking screw with the 4 mm Allen key. -
Page 15: Mounting The Tabletop
HOOP FRAME 2.4 Mounting the Tabletop Required parts: Required tools: • Allen key, 5 mm • 4 screws, M8 × 20 mm • 4 screws, M8 × 55 mm with washers NOTICE! This action requires 2 people. > Place the tabletop on the 2 brackets of the right and left >... -
Page 16: Mounting The Bracings
HOOP FRAME 2.5 Mounting the Bracings Required parts: Required tools: • Allen key, 5 mm • 18 screws, M8 × 16 mm > Place a front bracing and fasten it with 4 screws. > Position the bracing situated diagonally behind and fasten it with 5 screws. -
Page 17: Aligning The Guide Rails
HOOP FRAME 2.6 Aligning the Guide Rails Required parts: Required tools: • Allen key , 2.5 mm (2 x) > Loosen all screws on the rear guide rail so that the rear rail > Place the carriage on the rails. can be moved easily. -
Page 18: Attaching The Stoppers
HOOP FRAME 2.7 Attaching the Stoppers Required parts: Required tools: • Allen key, 4 mm • 8 screws for the stoppers, M5 × 35 mm > Position the stoppers at all corners of the tabletop with the hole pattern facing the tabletop and fasten each with 2... -
Page 19: Mounting The Side Rails
HOOP FRAME 2.8 Mounting the Side Rails Required parts: Required tools: • Allen key, 5 mm • 8 screws, M8 × 16 mm > Attach the left side rail. > Fasten the side rail with 4 screws. > Attach the right side rail. > Fasten the side rail with 4 screws. -
Page 20: Mounting The Front Rail
HOOP FRAME 2.9 Mounting the Front Rail The quilt is clamped to the front rail and tensioned by turning the front rail. Tensioning is done by engaging the ratchet. The quilt can be released by unlocking the ratchet. Required parts: Required tools: •... -
Page 21: Placing The Q 16 / Q 16 Plus On The Hoop Frame
HOOP FRAME 2.10 Placing the Q 16 / Q 16 PLUS on the Hoop Frame Assembling the Stand Profiles The machine can easily tip over without stand profiles CAUTION Risk of injury and damage to the machine. > Carefully put the machine in a position where it is stable. - Page 22 HOOP FRAME > Attach the parts of the damping carrier (G) to the bottom > Screw the threaded bolt (J) with spring washer (D) into of the front stand profile [1]. one of the two smaller holes and tighten. > Slide washer (H), O-ring (E) and round sleeve (I) over >...
- Page 23 HOOP FRAME > Move the stand profile so that the edge of the damping mat (C) touches the tip of the printed arrow. > Tighten the screw (F). Attaching the Rear Stand Profile Required parts: Required tools: • Torx screwdriver, T20 and T30 >...
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Page 24: Positioning The Quilt Machine
HOOP FRAME > Align the stand profile so that the rail unit which is > Move the stand profile so that the edge of the aluminum attached in the slotted hole is on the same side as with plate (D) touches the tip of the printed arrow. -
Page 25: Attaching The Front Handle
HOOP FRAME > Push the carriage towards the side rail, making sure that the stand profiles do not collide with the side rail. > Unscrew the rubber of the stopper until contact between the side section and the stand profile is no longer possible. - Page 26 HOOP FRAME Adjusting the Handles > Lift the locking lever on both sides. > Adjust both handles to the right width and height. > Tighten the locking ring just enough so that the locking > Release the locking lever on both handles.
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Page 27: Placing The Sewing Machine On The Hoop Frame
HOOP FRAME 2.11 Placing the Sewing Machine on the Hoop Frame Assembling the Carriage for the Sewing Machine Required parts: Required tools: • Allen key, 2.5 mm • Allen key, 4 mm • 2 screws, M4 x 35 mm • 4 screws, M6 x 35 mm • 8 curved saddle washers 22 mm >... - Page 28 HOOP FRAME > Place the lower carriage. > Place the upper carriage on the lower carriage. > Unlock the machine clamps and push them in from the NOTICE! This action requires 2 people. outside with the rubber surface towards the machine.
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Page 29: Adjusting The Height Of The Front Rail
HOOP FRAME 2.12 Adjusting the Height of the Front Rail The adjustment of the front rail-height is described using a Longarm machine as an example. The adjustment with a sewing machine is made in the same way. Parts involved: • Side Rails, right and left •... -
Page 30: Mounting The Take-Up Rail
HOOP FRAME 2.13 Mounting the Take-up Rail Required parts: > Remove the cover cap from the right-hand rear rail Prerequisite: support by pulling the snap-in tabs outwards. • The machine is in place. > Push the left end of the take-up rail through the throat space of the machine into the left rear rail support of the side rail. -
Page 31: Adjusting The Height Of The Take-Up Rail
HOOP FRAME 2.14 Adjusting the Height of the Take-up Rail The adjustment of the take-up-rail height is described here using a Longarm machine as an example. The setting on a sewing machine is made in the same way. Parts involved: Required tools: •... -
Page 32: Attaching The Start/Stop Unit To The Sewing Machine Guide
HOOP FRAME 2.15 Attaching the Start/Stop Unit to the Sewing Machine Guide The start/stop unit enables quilting without a foot control. The unit can only be used with BERNINA sewing machines. Required parts: Start/Stop Needle position Up/Down > Loosen the clamp screw of the start/stop unit. -
Page 33: Setting The Quiltable Space
HOOP FRAME 2.16 Setting the Quiltable Space The quiltable space is set using the machine stoppers. If the take-up rail is changed in relation to the needle or the machine, the quiltable space must be checked and adjusted if necessary. -
Page 34: Sewing Machines
HOOP FRAME > Push both front stoppers onto the stand profile and tighten the screws on both sides. Sewing Machines For very large machines, such as a B 990, it may be advantageous to leave the machine stoppers as pre-assembled and set them identically to those for a Longarm machine. - Page 35 HOOP FRAME > To adjust the rear quilt boundary, slide the sewhead > Push the rear stopper onto the rear wheel of the upper towards the take-up rail, making sure that the needle carriage and tighten both screws. holder and the fabric clamp do not touch.
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Page 36: Aligning The Hoop Frame
Required tools: • Open-ended wrench no. 17 • Open-ended wrench no. 10 90° 90° > Check the horizontal alignment of the Hoop Frame, e.g. Prerequisite: using a spirit level. • The Hoop Frame is in its final position for quilting. > If necessary, shorten the lenght of the side legs by screwing >... -
Page 37: Preparing For Quilting
PREPARING FOR QUILTING Preparing for Quilting 3.1 Hooping the Quilt Before hooping a quilt, make sure that there are no collisions with the machine or the needle area in the quiltable space. (see page 33) Visit the homepage for a detailed tutorial on how to hoop your quilt. Q 16 / Q 16 PLUS Fabric clamp for front rail Fabric clamp for side rail... - Page 38 PREPARING FOR QUILTING Sewing Machine Fabric clamp for front rail Fabric clamp for side rail Fabric clamp for take-up rail Bungee Straps for take-up rail Side Leader and Border Strip...
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Page 39: Technical Specifications
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Technical Specifications 4.1 Dimensions Length × Width 5 ft 10 in × 3 ft 3 in (1,78 × 1,01 m) Adjustable Working Height 32 – 45 in (0,90 – 1,12 m) Horizontal Quiltable Space 44 in (1.11 m) Vertical Quiltable Space Q 16 / Q 16 PLUS 12.5 in (0.32 m) Max. Quilting Size unlimited... - Page 40 BERNINA recommends threads from 1091565.00C.04 2024-12 EN BERNINA International AG | CH-8266 Steckborn Switzerland | www.bernina.com | © Copyright by BERNINA International AG...
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