Safety Section; Quick Facts; Components (Front Side View) - handi quilter HQ Sweet Sixteen User Manual

Safety Section

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Please note: Do not operate your HQ Sweet Sixteen
quilting machine until you have completely read the
information contained in this manual. Please keep
all packaging and order information for warranty
purposes.
1. The HQ Sweet Sixteen is very heavy. Never attempt
to lift it alone – always use two people when lifting.
2. Always unplug the HQ Sweet Sixteen from
the electrical outlet when performing any
maintenance, changing the needle, removing
thread locks, or when left unattended.
3. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Use
caution around the needle or sharp external
components.
4. Change the needle often. Do not use bent or dull
needles. "Every quilt deserves a new needle".
5. Switch the power off when making any adjustments
in the needle or bobbin area, such as threading the
needle, installing the bobbin case, or when oiling or
cleaning.
6. Never drop or insert foreign objects into any
opening.
7. The HQ Sweet Sixteen should only be used indoors
away from moisture.
8. The HQ Sweet Sixteen should not be stored or used
in extreme temperatures.
9. Use the HQ Sweet Sixteen only for its intended use
as described in this manual.
10. Use only attachments recommended by the
manufacturer.
11. To disconnect from the wall outlet, push the
switch to the off position, then remove the plug
from outlet pulling from the plug, not the cord.
Never operate the HQ Sweet Sixteen if the
cord is damaged or not working correctly. If a
mechanical or electrical problem is encountered,
return the HQ Sweet Sixteen to the nearest
authorized service center or the manufacturer
for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical
adjustment.
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Quick Facts

The HQ Sweet Sixteen utilizes high-tech electronics
and an innovative touch-pad user interface to offer
greater functionality and ease of operation to home
quilters than ever before conceived in the quilting
industry. The HQ Sweet Sixteen quilting machine is
a high quality machine that incorporates very robust
design features and is very easy to service.
Throat Dimensions:
Quilting Speed:
Needle System:
Needle Sizes:
Hook System:
Bobbin Type:
Bobbin Case:
Motor Type:
Needle Positioning:
Electrical Power:
LED Power Consumption:
Hopping Foot Stroke/Lift:
Needle Bar Stroke:
Take-Up Stroke:
Lubrication, main
components:
Lubrication of hook:
Disclaimer
Handi Quilter and its Representatives are in no way legally
responsible or liable for damage to the HQ Sweet Sixteen
when used improperly or not in accordance with the
guidelines stated in this manual or when used on machine-
quilting tables not recommended by Handi Quilter.
8.25" X 16"
(245 mm X 610 mm)
Maximum: 1500 SPM
134 (135 X 7)
12/80 - 20/125
Rotary, Horizontal axis,
M-class bobbin
Aluminum, Class M
Type MF
Brushless DC
Up and down, tieoff stitch
90 – 264 VAC, 47-63Hz,
300W peak
2.25W
5 mm
35.3 mm
73 mm
Kluber Lube, permanent
Velocite 10, Texaco 22
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