ashtonK

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  • ashtonK commented,

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    3. Tension problems with new Amara with Prostitch

    I would recommend contacting the retailer you purchased your machine through. They should be able to help you resolve the issue. If you are still having problems or they are not able to help you, y...

  • ashtonK commented,

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    3. Tension problems with new Amara with Prostitch

    Dear Christine,  Setting your tension begins with setting your bobbin tension first and then set your top tension. Here is a great video that walks you through that process: https://www.youtube.com...

  • ashtonK commented,

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    3. bigger glide foot

    Elizabeth-  Thanks for your question. You can put a washer on after the foot but before the screw goes in. The most important thing to remember is to not overtighten the screw. 

  • ashtonK commented,

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    3. UPS vs. Surge protector

    Laura, Thanks for your thoughtful post here. I spoke with our Director of Quality Assurance and this is what he had to say:  Most UPS devices work fine for our machines as long as they are rated to...

  • ashtonK commented,

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    3. Moxie

    Not at this time, but stay tuned! We have something exciting in the works for Moxie owners that will be coming out later this year. 

  • ashtonK commented,

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    3. Fusion Y-rack holes not lining up?

    Please contact our technical solutions department for help with resolving this issue: 877-697-8458, Monday through Friday, 8-5 mountain time. 

  • ashtonK commented,

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    3. Quilting with 100 Wt thread on Capri

    You can have as little or as much tension on the thread as needed. The numbers just give you an estimate of where to start with that particular thread. Don't be afraid to take it down to 10 or even...

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    3. Castor's for Moxie

    Yes, there are casters available for the HQ Loft frame. You can purchase them through your local Handi Quilter retailer or at https://handiquilter.com/product/hq-mini-casters/ 

  • ashtonK commented,

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    3. Needle size for Fusion

    The HQ Fusion uses the 134 needle system. We recommend that you purchase needles from a local Handi Quilter retailer or on handiquilter.com. Your needle size is determined by your thread type. Here...

  • ashtonK commented,

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    3. Avante Handlebars

    Here is the link to the Getting Started video for the Avante: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xDpQMYdzftI&list=PL9AWSLDAL8syjGl-w1XLGTwHujqHTcTPv  This is a great place to start to understand how t...