Brochure
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...motion and regulate the stitch length as you move the fabric around the table. Printed in the USA. It uses patent-pending technology to turn the PFAFF® powerquilter™ 16.0 machine into a stitch-regulated quilting machine. Maximum Control. All rights reserved. Precision Quilting. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES TruStitch™... of KSIN Luxembourg II, S.á.r.l. ©2013 KSIN Luxembourg II, S.á.r.l. Visit our website for quilt pattern instructions www.pfaff.com PFAFF, PERFECTION STARTS HERE and POWERQUILTER are trademarks of Handi Quilter, Inc. Complete Creativity.
...motion and regulate the stitch length as you move the fabric around the table. Printed in the USA. It uses patent-pending technology to turn the PFAFF® powerquilter™ 16.0 machine into a stitch-regulated quilting machine. Maximum Control. All rights reserved. Precision Quilting. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES TruStitch™... of KSIN Luxembourg II, S.á.r.l. ©2013 KSIN Luxembourg II, S.á.r.l. Visit our website for quilt pattern instructions www.pfaff.com PFAFF, PERFECTION STARTS HERE and POWERQUILTER are trademarks of Handi Quilter, Inc. Complete Creativity.
Manual
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... success through excellence in mind, we invite you to visit our website at www.pfaff.com to share your projects with us by PFAFF® Welcome to see your creations! Plus, you can 't wait to the PFAFF® family! Page 2 Thank you to learn more about the art of setting...of quilting through classes and events held around the world. With that in customer service and education. Congratulations on your purchase of the powerquilter™ 16.0 Quilting Machine by using the contact information provided on the website for your country. We invite you and happy quilting!
... success through excellence in mind, we invite you to visit our website at www.pfaff.com to share your projects with us by PFAFF® Welcome to see your creations! Plus, you can 't wait to the PFAFF® family! Page 2 Thank you to learn more about the art of setting...of quilting through classes and events held around the world. With that in customer service and education. Congratulations on your purchase of the powerquilter™ 16.0 Quilting Machine by using the contact information provided on the website for your country. We invite you and happy quilting!
Manual
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...or television reception, which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in the quilting industry. However, there is no guarantee that the product Product Name: powerquilter™ 16.0 complies with the instructions, may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must... and on, the user is very easy to operate the equipment. The powerquilter™ 16.0 quilting machine is subject to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Quick Facts The powerquilter™ 16.0 quilting machine utilizes high-tech electronics and an innovative touch-screen user interface...
...or television reception, which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in the quilting industry. However, there is no guarantee that the product Product Name: powerquilter™ 16.0 complies with the instructions, may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must... and on, the user is very easy to operate the equipment. The powerquilter™ 16.0 quilting machine is subject to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Quick Facts The powerquilter™ 16.0 quilting machine utilizes high-tech electronics and an innovative touch-screen user interface...
Manual
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... the machine from the accumulation of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons: • Do not allow to be supervised to the powerquilter™ 16.0 quilting machine when used improperly or not in accordance with this manual. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. • Keep fingers away from the electrical...
... the machine from the accumulation of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons: • Do not allow to be supervised to the powerquilter™ 16.0 quilting machine when used improperly or not in accordance with this manual. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. • Keep fingers away from the electrical...
Manual
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... cords. For more product information and updates, visit our website at www.pfaff.com. Page 5 PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE MACHINE. To increase the life of the machine. Use only neutral soaps or detergents to the wall outlet. Do not drop or bump the machine. 4. ...troubleshooting chart in areas exposed to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. IMPORTANT These packaging materials are designed to the performance or design. To use or store the machine near a heater, an iron, a halogen lamp or other moving parts. 2. We reserve the right to change the...
... cords. For more product information and updates, visit our website at www.pfaff.com. Page 5 PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE MACHINE. To increase the life of the machine. Use only neutral soaps or detergents to the wall outlet. Do not drop or bump the machine. 4. ...troubleshooting chart in areas exposed to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. IMPORTANT These packaging materials are designed to the performance or design. To use or store the machine near a heater, an iron, a halogen lamp or other moving parts. 2. We reserve the right to change the...
Manual
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... approved by ASTA to BS 1362, i.e. In the event of replacing the plug fuse, use plugs with a three-pin non-rewireable BS plug then please read the following code: Blue Brown Neutral Live As the colours of the wiring in ...
... approved by ASTA to BS 1362, i.e. In the event of replacing the plug fuse, use plugs with a three-pin non-rewireable BS plug then please read the following code: Blue Brown Neutral Live As the colours of the wiring in ...
Manual
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...green colored rigid ear, lug, and the like the adapter illustrated in sketch B if a properly grounded outlet is not available. Whenever the adapter is used only until a properly grounded outlet can be used to connect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle as a properly grounded outlet box cover. The temporary adapter should be... used , it must be connected to a permanent ground such as shown in sketches B and C, may be installed by the metal screw. Grounding GROUNDED ...
...green colored rigid ear, lug, and the like the adapter illustrated in sketch B if a properly grounded outlet is not available. Whenever the adapter is used only until a properly grounded outlet can be used to connect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle as a properly grounded outlet box cover. The temporary adapter should be... used , it must be connected to a permanent ground such as shown in sketches B and C, may be installed by the metal screw. Grounding GROUNDED ...
Manual
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... Inserting Needle Needle/Thread Selection Guide Adjusting Hopping Foot 16 Threading the Machine 18 Bobbin Case and Bobbin Thread Tension Adjustments 19 Top Thread Tension Adjustment 20 Maintenance 21 Using the Touch-Screen Displays 28 Geting Started Quilting 29 Correcting Common Issues 32 Optional Accessories 33 Register your powerquilter™ 16.0 Quilting Machine Page 8
... Inserting Needle Needle/Thread Selection Guide Adjusting Hopping Foot 16 Threading the Machine 18 Bobbin Case and Bobbin Thread Tension Adjustments 19 Top Thread Tension Adjustment 20 Maintenance 21 Using the Touch-Screen Displays 28 Geting Started Quilting 29 Correcting Common Issues 32 Optional Accessories 33 Register your powerquilter™ 16.0 Quilting Machine Page 8
Manual
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...needle or bobbin area, such as described in this manual. The powerquilter™ 16.0 quilting machine should only be stored or used indoors away from moisture. 8. Quick Facts The powerquilter™ 16.0 quilting machine utilizes hightech electronics and an innovative touch-pad user ...or insert foreign objects into any maintenance, changing the needle, removing thread locks, or when left unattended. 3. The powerquilter™ 16.0 quilting machine should not be used in accordance with Part 15 of hook: Velocite 10, Texaco 22 9. Page 9 Operation is subject to the following...
...needle or bobbin area, such as described in this manual. The powerquilter™ 16.0 quilting machine should only be stored or used indoors away from moisture. 8. Quick Facts The powerquilter™ 16.0 quilting machine utilizes hightech electronics and an innovative touch-pad user ...or insert foreign objects into any maintenance, changing the needle, removing thread locks, or when left unattended. 3. The powerquilter™ 16.0 quilting machine should not be used in accordance with Part 15 of hook: Velocite 10, Texaco 22 9. Page 9 Operation is subject to the following...
Manual
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... the machine and reinsert the screws. 3. Line up the holes of the thread stand with the touch screen facing the needle end of the machine. 2. Use a Phillips screwdriver to the back of the touch-screen (see Figure 5). 4. Figure 5 1. Remove the protective plastic from the touch-screen before installing the Color Touch..., near the top and towards the middle. 2. Plug the remaining cable end into the machine (Figure 6). This ensures that the power is turned off before using.
... the machine and reinsert the screws. 3. Line up the holes of the thread stand with the touch screen facing the needle end of the machine. 2. Use a Phillips screwdriver to the back of the touch-screen (see Figure 5). 4. Figure 5 1. Remove the protective plastic from the touch-screen before installing the Color Touch..., near the top and towards the middle. 2. Plug the remaining cable end into the machine (Figure 6). This ensures that the power is turned off before using.
Manual
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Plan to change needles every 5-7 hours of quilting or more often if working with your home has been used for each new quilt loaded on the back side of the needle just above the needle eye) facing the hand wheel end of the machine, ... your new machine. Inserting (or changing) the Needle Note: Changing the needle is recommended for 20 minutes of the sight hole. 4. Needle Size 14 (90) 16 (100) 18 (110) 20 (120) Threads Silk (100 wt) 60 wt., monofilament, glitter, some metallics 60 wt., 50 wt., 40 wt., monofilament, glitter, metallics 50...
Plan to change needles every 5-7 hours of quilting or more often if working with your home has been used for each new quilt loaded on the back side of the needle just above the needle eye) facing the hand wheel end of the machine, ... your new machine. Inserting (or changing) the Needle Note: Changing the needle is recommended for 20 minutes of the sight hole. 4. Needle Size 14 (90) 16 (100) 18 (110) 20 (120) Threads Silk (100 wt) 60 wt., monofilament, glitter, some metallics 60 wt., 50 wt., 40 wt., monofilament, glitter, metallics 50...
Manual
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If using these threads. Faorknmoot sctatnhrceaaudsseotnhSrDaeCEaAcdToLAnEeIL,1C: 2 it is important to thread all three holes from back to front, continuing to ...off the thread cone from going into the breakage and top tension as holographic or threads that the slits on thread guide B when using a spool, make adjustments at the top tension assembly. Beginning at the top, wrap all three holes for consistent results and to needle...B. Continue to prevent loops of the spool pin holder. Note: The purpose of thread on the spool pin. Page 16 B DETAIL C SCALE 1 : 2 Figure 9
If using these threads. Faorknmoot sctatnhrceaaudsseotnhSrDaeCEaAcdToLAnEeIL,1C: 2 it is important to thread all three holes from back to front, continuing to ...off the thread cone from going into the breakage and top tension as holographic or threads that the slits on thread guide B when using a spool, make adjustments at the top tension assembly. Beginning at the top, wrap all three holes for consistent results and to needle...B. Continue to prevent loops of the spool pin holder. Note: The purpose of thread on the spool pin. Page 16 B DETAIL C SCALE 1 : 2 Figure 9
Manual
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... Figure 11 1. To insert the bobbin case into the alignment notch in the machine. Allow the thread end to hang freely. The lever should be used only for removing the bobbin case from the machine.
... Figure 11 1. To insert the bobbin case into the alignment notch in the machine. Allow the thread end to hang freely. The lever should be used only for removing the bobbin case from the machine.
Manual
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... tail of the needle thread with the open end facing up and down, which requires minute adjustments (like a spider on the fabric, thread or batting used in the lower left hand, choose one of the quilt. Loosen Bobbin Case Tension The bobbin case tension is made . While gently moving the finger... the entire machine. Adjust and check again. Loops and thread nests occur on the back when the top thread tension is too loose. (See Figure 16 on the power. LIGHTLY tap the foot pedal to grasp the loop and pull it will pull up and through one full rotation to cycle...
... tail of the needle thread with the open end facing up and down, which requires minute adjustments (like a spider on the fabric, thread or batting used in the lower left hand, choose one of the quilt. Loosen Bobbin Case Tension The bobbin case tension is made . While gently moving the finger... the entire machine. Adjust and check again. Loops and thread nests occur on the back when the top thread tension is too loose. (See Figure 16 on the power. LIGHTLY tap the foot pedal to grasp the loop and pull it will pull up and through one full rotation to cycle...
Manual
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... where these two components interlock. After oiling, always stitch through a scrap piece of the hook and bobbin basket. Cleaning the Touch-Screen Display Use a soft rag dampened with a soft brush to thread. NOTE: Before adjusting the top tension, remember to floss or pull the top thread ... Loosen the top thread tension discs. Internal oiling is taken to gently wipe the display and remove any other bobbin change in the powerquilter™ 16.0 quilting machine. Remove the bobbin and case before running the machine if it will affect stitch quality. The bobbin basket is the portion...
... where these two components interlock. After oiling, always stitch through a scrap piece of the hook and bobbin basket. Cleaning the Touch-Screen Display Use a soft rag dampened with a soft brush to thread. NOTE: Before adjusting the top tension, remember to floss or pull the top thread ... Loosen the top thread tension discs. Internal oiling is taken to gently wipe the display and remove any other bobbin change in the powerquilter™ 16.0 quilting machine. Remove the bobbin and case before running the machine if it will affect stitch quality. The bobbin basket is the portion...
Manual
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... center of full speed the machine is running . Using the Touch Screen Displays Display Menus Pedal 0 % 25 % 87 % STOP 54 % STOP 25 % More Figure 18 Pedal ual 0 % 0 % Figure 19 25 % 25 % 87 % STOP STOP 54 % 87 % Figure 20 25 % OP 54 %More The powerquilter™ 16.0 quilting machine has a color touch-screen display...
... center of full speed the machine is running . Using the Touch Screen Displays Display Menus Pedal 0 % 25 % 87 % STOP 54 % STOP 25 % More Figure 18 Pedal ual 0 % 0 % Figure 19 25 % 25 % 87 % STOP STOP 54 % 87 % Figure 20 25 % OP 54 %More The powerquilter™ 16.0 quilting machine has a color touch-screen display...
Manual
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... is up or down the machine will return to switch between different speeds preferred for tieing off stitches, basting or needle-positioning functions without the use a slower speed for detail work and a faster speed for a longer time allows you continue to hold the button down ) available. This feature makes... access to the next needle stop in the center of the screen can be customized to use of the foot pedal (Figure 23). More Pressing a Preset button will stop position. If the needle is useful for different types of quilting. As long as you to stitch at a slow rate, ...
... is up or down the machine will return to switch between different speeds preferred for tieing off stitches, basting or needle-positioning functions without the use a slower speed for detail work and a faster speed for a longer time allows you continue to hold the button down ) available. This feature makes... access to the next needle stop in the center of the screen can be customized to use of the foot pedal (Figure 23). More Pressing a Preset button will stop position. If the needle is useful for different types of quilting. As long as you to stitch at a slow rate, ...
Manual
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... will open a screen that allows adjustment of the sound volume and the LED Light Ring brightness. Diagnostic functions are generally only used when working with our Technical Support to adjust the three available speed presets. Button provides access to the Main menu screen. This...the hardware and firmware version numbers and the Stitch Counters. System Information The "Sys. Info." Calculator An on the powerquilter™ 16.0 quilting machine. (Figure 25) Presets Press the "Presets" button to resolve issues. Page 23 Diagnostics The "Diagnostics" button activates the ...
... will open a screen that allows adjustment of the sound volume and the LED Light Ring brightness. Diagnostic functions are generally only used when working with our Technical Support to adjust the three available speed presets. Button provides access to the Main menu screen. This...the hardware and firmware version numbers and the Stitch Counters. System Information The "Sys. Info." Calculator An on the powerquilter™ 16.0 quilting machine. (Figure 25) Presets Press the "Presets" button to resolve issues. Page 23 Diagnostics The "Diagnostics" button activates the ...
Manual
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...delete key on the label at the top of the machine. The Lifetime counter cannot be reset and should be used as the firmware revision numbers of stitches the machine is provided for your convenience. (Figure 33) The...percent. To reset this counter, press the "Reset" button found on the top right may be performed by an authorized PFAFF® Representative. (Figure 32) Press the "Main" button to return to the "Main" menu screen or the "Back... and Trip (or project) stitch counters count the number of the powerquilter™ 16.0 quilting machine and its handlebars.
...delete key on the label at the top of the machine. The Lifetime counter cannot be reset and should be used as the firmware revision numbers of stitches the machine is provided for your convenience. (Figure 33) The...percent. To reset this counter, press the "Reset" button found on the top right may be performed by an authorized PFAFF® Representative. (Figure 32) Press the "Main" button to return to the "Main" menu screen or the "Back... and Trip (or project) stitch counters count the number of the powerquilter™ 16.0 quilting machine and its handlebars.
Manual
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... a light touch on the market today are acceptable. By moving the fabric faster, the stitches begin with a few simple techniques using the powerquilter™ 16.0 quilting machine, quilters can be moved slower to get the stitches back to the desired length. Different colors of batting between them...motion with the fabric, to bring the stitches back to the desired length. Page 28 Most machine quilting threads on the fabric. The powerquilter™ 16.0 Quilting Machine does not have a tendency to dry rot over a period of free motion quilting. Heavier threads, such as top ...
... a light touch on the market today are acceptable. By moving the fabric faster, the stitches begin with a few simple techniques using the powerquilter™ 16.0 quilting machine, quilters can be moved slower to get the stitches back to the desired length. Different colors of batting between them...motion with the fabric, to bring the stitches back to the desired length. Page 28 Most machine quilting threads on the fabric. The powerquilter™ 16.0 Quilting Machine does not have a tendency to dry rot over a period of free motion quilting. Heavier threads, such as top ...