Grace Little Gracie II User manual

The New Little Gracie II
Home Machine Quilting System
Parts List
Part List A........................................................................................................2
Part List B........................................................................................................3
Part List C........................................................................................................4
Care of Your Frame..........................................................................................5
Assembly Steps:
Step 1: Take Up Rail Mount End Assembly...................................................7
Step 2: Fabric Layer Rail Mount End Assembly............................................8
Step 3: Rail Mount End Assembly..................................................................9
Step 4: Frame End Hardware Assembly.........................................................10
Step 5: Frame End Assembly..........................................................................11
Step 6: Side Leg Brace “B” Assembly............................................................11
Step 7: Side Leg Brace “A” Assembly ...........................................................12
Step 8: Legs to Frame End Assembly.............................................................13
Step 9: Table Assembly...................................................................................14
Step 10: Middle Leg Spacer Assembly...........................................................15
Step 11: Track Installation ..............................................................................16
Step 12: Frame End to Table Assembly..........................................................16
Step 13: Middle Leg Installation.....................................................................17
Step 14: Middle Leg Assembly.......................................................................18
Step 15: Rail Assembly...................................................................................19
Step 16: Ratchet Stop Assembly.....................................................................19
Step 17: Carriage Handle Assembly...............................................................20
Step 18: Cross Brace Assembly......................................................................20
Step 19: Cone Thread Holder Assembly.........................................................20
Step 20: Cone Thread Guide Assembly..........................................................21
Step 21: Lever to Carriage Assembly .............................................................21
Step 22: Lever Linkage to Handle Assembly .................................................22
Step 23: Pedal Clamp to Handle Assembly ....................................................24
Step 24: Carriage to Frame Assembly ............................................................24
Step 25: Sewing Machine to Frame Assembly...............................................25
Step 26: Stylus Clamp Base Assembly...........................................................25
Step 27: Stylus Clamp Assembly....................................................................25
Step 28: Stylus Assembly................................................................................25
Step 29: Stylus to Carriage Assembly.............................................................26
Step 30: Carriage Stop Assembly ...................................................................26
Optional 4th Pole .............................................................................................27
Fabric Installation..........................................................................................28
Making Cloth Leaders......................................................................................29
Installing Your Fabric Layers to the Rails .......................................................30
Step 1: Quilt Backing to Second Rail .............................................................30
Step 2: Quilt Top to 3rd Rail...........................................................................30
Step 3: Batting.................................................................................................30
Step 4: Attaching Layers to the Take-Up Rail ................................................31
Step 5: Putting Your Machine/ Carriages Onto Frame ...................................31
Rolling Your Fabric..........................................................................................32
The Four-Inch Principle...................................................................................32
Bungee Clamp Assembly.................................................................................32
Copyright June 2005
Jim M. Bagley, GraceWood, Inc
(Reproduction Prohibited)
4-28-06

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Little Gracie II
Parts List A
(1) Left Rail Mount End (1) Right Rail Mount End
(1) Left Frame Side
(1) Right Frame Side
(1) Right Take
Up Rail
Mount End
(1) Left Take
Up Rail
Mount End
(1) Left Fabric
Layers Rail
Mount End
(1) Right Fabric
Layers Rail
Mount End
(1) Table #1
(1) Table #2
(1) Table #3 (2) Carriage
Stop Base (2) Carriage
Stop Clamp
(1) Left
Front Leg(1) Right
Front Leg(1) Right
Back Leg
(1) Left
Back Leg
(2) Middle
Leg "A" (2) Middle Leg "B"
(3) Cone
Thread Disk

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Little Gracie II
Parts List B
(1) Left Handle (1) Right Handle (1) Lamp Holding
Cross Brace
(1) Back Handle
Cross Brace
(1) Stylus Base (1) Stylus Clamp
(1) Stylus Mount
(1) Bottom
Carriage
(1) Top
Carriage (2) Side Leg
Brace " A"
(2) Side Leg
Brace " B"
(2) Middle Leg Brace
(1) Wooden Stylus
(3) Ratchet
Wheel
(3) Ratchet
Stop
(1) Back Crib Table Aluminum Track Support
(1) Front Crib Table Aluminum Track Support
(1) Back Queen Table Aluminum Track Support (1) Front Queen Table Aluminum Track Support
(3) Fabrifast Tubing
(4) Bungee
Clamp
(2) Middle
Leg Spacer
(2) Track
Support Splice
(1) Right
Back Lever (1) Front Lever
(1) Back Lever
Linkage (1) Front Lever
Linkage
(1) Middle
Lever (1) Pedal
Clamp
(1) Left
Back Lever
(1) Pedal
Clamp Wheel (3) Pedal
Clamp Spacer
(2) 65-1/2" Plastic Track
(2) 99-1/2" Plastic Track
(3) Rail
Coupler
(3) 64" Crib Rail
(3) 34" Queen Rail
(3) Square
End Cap (3) Round
End Cap (6) End Cap
Shoulder
-Pre-Installed in your 64” rail
-Pre-Installed in your Crib Table Aluminum Track Supports

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Little Gracie II
Parts List C
(20) 1/4" X 1-1/2"
Carriage Bolt
(15) 1/4" X 45mm
Connector Bolt
(8) 1/4" X 1" Phillips
Pan Head Screw
(26) 1/4" X 3/4" Phillips
Pan Head Screw
(8) 1/4" X 2" Phillips
Pan Head Screw
(3) 1/4" X 1-1/2"
Truss Bolt
(6) #8 X 7/8"
Screw
(67) 3/16" Flat
Washer
(27) 1/4" Flat
Washer
(22) 1-1/4" Fender
Washer (23) 1/4" Plastic
Knob
(20) 1/4" Nylock
Nut
(57) 1/4" Jam
Nut
(12) 1/4" Rectangle
Nut
(4) 1/4" X 30mm
Connector Bolt
(4) 1/4" X 3"
Carriage Bolt
(2) #10 X 3"
Eye Bolt
(1) 1/4" X 2"
Eye Bolt
(4) #10 Hex
Nut
(1) 4mm Allen Wrench
(2) 1/4" X 2-1/4"
Carriage Bolt
(13) 1/4" X 35 mm
Connector Bolt
(2) 1/4" X 40 mm
Connector Bolt
(1) Fabri-fast Tool
(12) #10 X 3/8"
Socket Head Screw
(6) #10 Hex
Square Nut

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CARE OF YOUR LITTLE GRACIE
Your Little Gracie frame is a machine quilting system that can be used nished or unnished. Most use
it unnished with no problem, and doing so does not adversely affect warranty coverage. However, for extra
protection, or to give it a nished look, you may seal, stain and/or nish the frame using a number of different
applications. This is best done BEFORE YOU ASSEMBLE your frame.
To seal the wood, we recommend an application of tung oil or Danish Oil nish that will help preserve
the wood and will help to prevent warping. We recommend the McCloskey’s Tung Seal, DeftTM or WatcoTM
brands. Some prefer to use a urethane coat to add a more glossy nish.
Test stain on an inconspicuous place. Many different nishes and/or stains may be suitable for sealing
and beautifying your frame. You may want to consult your local paint retailer for nishes that are easy to apply
and dry hard–not oily.
Use and Storage Tip
--Store frame in a dry place. If not assembled, store with braces in vertical position. (This will prevent oor
moisture from seeping into the parts).
Five-Year Limited Warranty
GraceWood, Inc. will replace or repair, at our choosing, any part of the Little GracieMachine Quilting
System which may be shown to be defective. This warranty does not cover parts damaged through misuse,
improper storage, improper assembly, loss, natural events and willful or accidental destruction. Defective parts
may be returned only with a valid RMA# which may be obtained by calling GraceWood, Inc. at
1-800-264-0644 or 1-801-485-6688.
NOTE: Warranty card must be lled out, stamped and mailed to the address on the card within 30 days of
purchase.
Contact Information
For Technical Support or any other correspondence concerning your Little Gracie, call 1-800-264-0644 ~
OR ~ E-mail: [email protected] ~ OR ~ Fax: [phone] ~
OR ~ Write to:
The Grace Company
P.O. Box 27823
Salt Lake City, UT 84127
For details on accessories and other information, see us online at www.graceframe.com
For shipping of materials to The Grace Company address package (postage prepaid) to: The Grace Company,
2225 South 3200 West, SLC, UT 84119. Materials may be returned only with a valid RMA# or Returned
Merchandise Authorization Number which may be obtained by calling GraceWood, Inc. at
1-800-264-0644.
If you call after business hours (M-F 8:00 a.m. – 5 p.m., MST) be assured that your call will be returned
the next business day if you leave a message. Please report any errors in these instructions or make comments
to the following: [email protected]
Grace Quilting Frames and Hoops: Innovation and Evolution
Grace Quilting Systems have been developed over the past two decades with several original design
innovations. Additionally, because of feedback from many of the thousands of quilters who have purchased
and use our machine quilting systems, we have been able to make a frame that will truly enhance the entire
process of machine quilting from beginning to end. If you have any suggestions that will help us to improve
our product or service, let us know, using one of the above contact methods.

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WELCOME!
As you begin assembly of your new Little Gracie home machine quilting system, keep in the mind the
following:
1) Plan to spend a minimum of 2-4 hours in assembly. This process will be simple and step-by-step.
2) Read through each step completely before beginning that step.
3) Using the parts list as a reference, take the parts out of the box and make sure that you have them all. (If there
is something missing or broken, contact the Grace Company at 1-800-264-0644. Our ofces are open from 8:00 am-
5:00 pm MST Mon.-Fri. If calling after hours, you may leave your message and we will promptly ship any item
needed).
4) For your convenience, an “L” and “R” have been etched into the INSIDES of most pieces to help you distinguish
between left and right parts and inside and outside of parts.
5) Identify Hardware Packets: All hardware is separated by type and each packet is labeled for ease in identication
you will nd packets located in a rectangular box.
6) This is a new product! We welcome your feedback on this product or these instructions. If you encounter a
problem during assembly or use of the Little Gracie, and you can’t seem to overcome it, call us before frustration
sets in!
Tools Needed:
7/16” Socket Wrench
Adjustable wrench
Phillips Screw Driver
Allen wrench (provided)
Fabri-Fast Tool (to be used when installing your fabric).

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Left Take Up
Rail Mount End
1/4" X 1-1/2"
Carriage Bolt
3/16" Flat Washer
1/4" Jam Nut
3/16" Flat Washer
1/4" Jam Nut
1/4" X 1-1/2" Carriage Bolt
Right Take Up
Rail Mount End
Step 1: Take Up Rail Mount End Assembly
Parts Needed: 1- Right and Left Take Up Rail Mount End
4- 1/4” Jam Nut
4- 3/16” Flat Washer
4- 1/4” X 1-1/2” Carriage Bolt
• Place one of the carriage bolts
through each of the holes on the Left
Take Up Rail Mount End, making sure
the head of the bolt is on the side with
the L.
Left Take Up Rail Mount End
Inside View
Right Take Up Rail Mount End
Inside View
HINT: Some holes in the wood pieces may be a
little tight for the hardware. If this is case, tap
in the hardware using the handle of your screw
driver.
• Place one washer and one jam nut on the end of the bolt.
• TIGHTEN JAM NUTS COMPLETELY ONTO EACH BOLT
• IMPORTANT: Completely tighten the jamb nut onto the bolt until the head of the bolt is pulled into the
counter-sunk hole.
• Repeat the above steps for the Right side.

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Left Fabric Layers
Rail Mount End
1/4" X 1-1/2"
Carriage Bolt
3/16" Flat Washer
1/4" Jam Nut
1/4" X 1-1/2"
Carriage Bolt
3/16" Flat Washer
1/4" Jam Nut
Right Fabric Layers
Rail Mount End
Step 2: Fabric Layers Rail Mount End Assembly
Parts Needed: 1- Right and Left Fabric Layer Rail Mount End
4- 1/4” Jam Nut
4- 3/16” Flat Washer
4- 1/4” X 1-1/2” Carriage Bolt
Right Fabric Layers Rail Mount End
Inside View
Left Fabric Layers Rail Mount End
Inside View
• Place one of the carriage bolts through each of the holes on the Left Fabric Layer Rail Mount End, making sure
the head of the bolt is on the side with the L.
• Place one washer and one jam nut on the end of the bolt.
• IMPORTANT: Completely tighten the jamb nut onto the bolt until the head of the bolt is pulled into the
counter-sunk hole.
• Repeat the above steps for the Right side.

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Left Rail Mount End
1-1/4" Fender Washer
1/4" Plastic Knob
1/4" Flat Washer
1/4" Nylock Nut
Right Rail Mount End 1-1/4" Fender Washer
1/4" Flat Washer
1/4" Nylock Nut
1/4" Plastic Knob
Step 3: Rail Mount End Assembly
Parts Needed: 1- Right and Left Take Up Rail Mount End
1- Right and Left Fabric Layer Rail Mount End
1- Right and Left Rail Mount Ends
4- 1- 1/4” Fender Washer
4- 1/4” Plastic Knob
4- 1/4” Nylock Nut
4- 1/4” Flat Washer
• As shown in the drawing, place the bolts in the Right Take Up Rail Mount End through the rst slot on the Right
Rail Mount End.
• Place a fender washer followed by a plastic knob on the top bolt.
• Put a washer and then a nylock nut on the bottom bolt. NOTE!! Leave all the nylock nuts loose to allow the
washer to turn in your ngers!
• Follow the above steps for the Left Take Up Rail Mount End, Right Fabric Layer Rail Mount End, and the Left
Fabric Layer Rail Mount End.
Left Rail Mount End
Outside View
Right Rail Mount End
Outside View
• The nylon side of the nylock nut
faces out when threading it on the
bolt.

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1/4" X 1-1/2"
Carriage Bolt 3/16" Flat Washer
1/4" Jam Nut
Right Frame End
1/4" X 1-1/2"
Carriage Bolt
3/16" Flat Washer
1/4" Jam Nut
Left Frame End
Step 4: Frame End Hardware Assembly
Parts Needed: 1- Right and Left Frame End
12- 1/4” X 1-1/2” Carriage Bolt
12- 3/16” Flat Washer
12- 1/4” Jam Nuts
Right Frame End
Outside View
Left Frame End
Outside View
• Place one of the carriage bolts through each of the holes, except for the two on each end, on the Right Frame
End, making sure the head of the bolt is on the side with the R.
• Place one washer and one jam nut on the end of the bolt.
• REMINDER: Completely tighten the jamb nut onto the bolt until the head of the bolt is pulled into the counter-
sunk hole.
• Repeat the above steps for the right side.