handi quilter HQ 24 Fusion User manual

USER MANUAL
04/14/09 © 2009 Handi Quilter, Inc.
Designed by a Quilter, for Quilters.®
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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 Fusion™ 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 FusionTM is very heavy. Never attempt to lift it alone – always use two people when lifting.
2. Always unplug the HQ Fusion™ 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.
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 Fusion™ should only be used indoors away from moisture.
8. The HQ Fusion™ should not be stored or used in extreme temperatures.
9. Use the HQ Fusion™ 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 Fusion™ if the cord is damaged or not working correctly. If
a mechanical or electrical problem is encountered, return the HQ Fusion™ to the nearest authorized service
center or the manufacturer for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
12. It is not recommended that the HQ Fusion™ Quilting Machine be used with any machine quilting frame other
than those recommended or manufactured by Handi Quilter.
Quick Facts
Description
Specification
Sewing Speed – Manual Mode
110 – 2200 SPM
Sewing Speed – Regulated Mode
0 – Full Speed
Needle Bar Stroke
35.3 mm
Sewing Foot Stroke/Lift
5 mm
Needle System
135x7 Standard 134 R Long Scarf
Needle Sizes
14/90 – 19/120
Lubricating Oil & Greases
Kluber Lubrication
Dimensions of Sewing Machine Throat
9.625‖ x 24.00‖
Rate Voltage/Power Consumption
90 – 264 VAC, 47 – 63 Hz, 400 Watts
Power Consumption of LED Lights
24 Watts
Hook System
Custom Manufactured, Rotary, Large Bobbin
Bobbin Type
Class M
Motor Type
Brushless DC
Automatic Needle Positioning
Up and down, full stitch and half stitch
Disclaimer
Handi Quilter and its Representatives are in no way legally responsible or liable for
damage to the HQ Fusion ™ when used improperly or not in accordance with the
guidelines stated in this manual or when used on Machine Quilting Frames not
recommended by Handi Quilter.

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Contents of Package 1
1. Bobbins (5 pieces)
2. Needle (135x5) size 16
3. Needle (135x5) size 18
4. Bobbin Case
5. Thread Mast
6. Oiler
7. Power Cord
8. Hex Wrench
9. Memory Card Kit
10. Instructional DVD
11. Instruction Manual
12. HQ Fusion™ Quilting Machine
HQ Fusion Package 1 Contents
Please keep your original box and packaging.
HQ Fusion™ Components
Optional Accessories Available
1. Micro Handles
2. Ruler Base
3. Laser Stylus and Clamp
4. Laser Stylus Post
Diagram A
Front Side
Diagram A
1. Thread Mast
2. Thread Guide A
3. Thread Guide B
4. Three Hole Thread
Guide C
5. Thread Guide D
6. Tension Assembly
7. ―Stirrup‖ Thread Guide D
8. Take Up Lever
9. Thread Guide F
10. Front Casing/Frame
11. Back Hand Wheel
12. Front Hand Wheel
13. Side Laser Stylus Post
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Diagram C
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HQ Fusion™
Diagram B
Back Side
Diagram B
14. Hopping Foot
15. Needle
16. Needle Bar Thread
Guide
17. Needle Bar
18. Presser Bar
19. Needle Plate
20. Front Handle Serial Port
Connector
21. Ruler Base Position
Guides
22. Front Wheel Base
23 Wheels (4)
24. Back Casing/Frame
25. Rear Wheel Base
26. Front Threaded Handle
Holes
27. Top Laser Stylus Post
Hole
Rear/Front
Diagram C
28. Spool Pin 1
29. Electronic Control Pod
30. Laser Stylus Power
Connector
31. Serial Port for Stitch
Regulator
32. Rear Handle Bar Serial
Port
33 Rear Threaded Handle
Holes
34. Accessory Power Outlet
35. Power Cord Connector
36. On/Off Switch
37. Power Pod
38. Spool Pin 2
39. Micro Handle Mounting
Bracket.
40. Micro Handle Removable
Plug
41. Bobbin Assembly
Note: A Handi Quilter “Welcome” DVD is included with your HQ Fusion™ Machine.
Review the DVD and these instructions to better understand how to set up and use
the HQ Fusion™.

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Installation
1. Place the carriage on the table rails ensuring that the Carriage Encoder Assembly will
be toward the back of the machine (the power cord side of the machine).The back side
of the carriage has an encoder assembly attached to the rear cross-piece. Be sure to
place the carriage on the frame correctly (see Photo 1).
2. Place the machine on the carriage.
3. Plug the Ribbon cable into the Carriage Encoder Assembly. The connector is keyed, so
make sure the keyed portion of the cable connector aligns with the keyed portion of the
encoder connector.
4. The remaining length of cable comes back under the Power Pod from the Rear
Encoder Assembly, behind the machine, and into the 9-pin serial port of the machine
(see Photo 2).
5. REMEMBER that if the machine is to be removed from the carriage, the cable must be
disconnected from the Carriage Encoder Assembly. The other two connectors on the
cable should remain in place. Failure to unplug the cable when removing the machine
from the carriage could result in damage to the cable, encoders, and carriage.
Photo 1 Photo 2
Fold cable back and
under the P-Pod
Direct excess cable
down into the carriage.

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Installing Front Handles
Caution: Unplug the HQ Fusion™ from the electrical outlet. All power to the machine must
be turned off when installing the front handles. Failure to do so can result in damage to the
machine.
Locate the three long bolts and the appropriate Hex wrench. To install the handles, tilt the
screen forward. Line up the holes on top of the handles with the pre-drilled holes on top of
the machine. Slide a single bolt into one of the holes until it stops. Hand-tighten the bolt
enough to secure the handles to the top of the machine, but still allow you to rotate the
handles. Secure the short 9-pin handlebar serial cable to the serial port on the back casing
of the machine (see diagram B, #24). You may need to rotate the handle slightly to allow
access to the finger screws. Use the finger screws to tighten the 9-pin connector in
position. If necessary, a flat screwdriver may be used to gently secure the connector.
Rotate the handles back to their correct position and insert and hand tighten the remaining
two handlebar bolts. Use the included 5 mm Hex wrench to securely fasten the handles to
the front of the machine.
Installing Rear Handles
Check that the HQ Fusion™ is unplugged from the electrical outlet. All power to the
machine must be turned off when installing the back handles. Failure to do so can result in
damage to the machine.
The rear handlebar comes mounted with three screws to the ―L‖ bracket. Line up the two
holes in the ―L‖ bracket with those on the rear of the machine. Slide the short bolts into
holes until they stop. Hand tighten, and then use the Hex wrench to securely fasten the
handles to the back of the machine.
Once the two bolts are in place, plug the 9-pin connector into the serial port underneath the
rear handles (see diagram C, #33). Ensure the pins are lined up so they are not damaged
when the plug is pushed in. Push the plug securely in place.
Installing the Power Cord
Insert the cord into the top power connector on the rear of the
machine. Plug the three-prong end into a power source (see
Photo 3).
The lower power connector is for powering other attachments
developed by Handi Quilter.
Note: After the handles have been completely installed and plugged in, test them by turning the HQ Fusion™
on/off switch to ―on‖. If nothing is displayed, press the display power button on the top right of the touch-screen
display. If the display still does not turn on, check that the handle bar cable on the side of the machine is
plugged in securely, that your machine is turned on, and that the power cord is plugged into the machine as well
as a power source.
Photo 3

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Inserting (or changing) the Needle
Check that all power is turned off.
1. Move the needle bar to the highest position by turning the
front or rear hand wheel or pressing the needle up/down
control on the handles (prior to turning the power off).
2. Loosen the needle-bar-clamp thumb-screw (see Photo 4).
3. With the scarf (small ground-out section/dip on the back
side of the needle just above the needle eye) facing
toward the back hand-wheel side of the machine, and the
long groove down the front of the needle facing the bobbin
case side (see diagram E), push the needle all the way up
into the needle bar – until it can go no farther.
4. Carefully tighten the needle bar clamp screw. Over-tightening
the needle-clamp screw will result in damaged threads
stripping the hole. Stripped holes and damaged threads are
not covered under warranty. Another side-effect of damaged
threads from over tightening is that the needle may be very
tight when inserted up into the needle bar. To avoid over
tightening the screw, finger tighten only.
Note: Changing the needle is recommended for each new quilt
loaded on the machine or any time the needle becomes bent, dull
or burred.
Adjusting the Hopping Foot
The foot is adjusted at the factory and should not be moved without consulting the
manufacturer.
Installing the Thread Mast
Locate the threaded hole on top of the machine near the
rear by the hand wheel. The thread mast comes with the
washer and nut on it. Remove the nut and washer, replace
the nut onto the mast and then place the washer under the
nut and onto the machine painted surface. The washer
protects the painted surface when the nut is tightened.
Tighten the mast clockwise until it is securely in place. Use
the nut to secure the mast to the machine.
Note: The eyelets of the thread mast MUST be centered
over the spool pins – so the cone will not pull, turn or tilt
causing thread tension problems (see Photo 5).
Important: Check the needle to confirm it is fully inserted. The needle bar has a stop/sight
hole above the needle bar clamp screw – make sure the needle is touching the top of the
stop/sight hole. If it is not, the machine timing will be off and it may be possible for the
needle to collide with internal parts causing damage not covered by warranty.
Photo 5
Diagram E
Photo 4

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Diagram F
Installing the Laser Stylus
Begin by locating the laser stylus guide post, the laser holder and the
laser stylus.
To attach the laser stylus to the top of the machine:
1. Locate the threaded hole on top of the machine near the front (see
diagram B, #20). The laser stylus guide post comes with the
washer and nut on it. Remove the nut and washer, replace the nut
onto the post and then place the washer under the nut and onto the
machine painted surface. The washer protects the painted surface
when the nut is tightened. Tighten the post clockwise until it is
securely in place. Use the nut to secure the post to the machine.
Be sure the laser stylus is inserted into the laser clamp.
2. Slide the laser clamp over the post to the desired height.
3. Plug the laser into the top port on the side of the front electronic control pod (see
diagram C, #29).
To attach the laser stylus to the side of the machine:
1. Place the nut on the laser stylus guide post with the washer under
it and thread the laser guide post into the threaded hole (see
diagram A, #14), near the rear wheel base. Turn until securely in
place. Lock in place with lock nut – the washer will be under the nut
to protect the machine paint. (see Photo 6). An unused spool pin
can also be used to mount the laser.
Follow steps 2-4 above
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Laser Stylus Safety and Use Guidelines
Theory of Operation
The laser stylus projects a straight laser beam visible as a dot on surfaces it hits. The laser
dot is used as a guide or stylus allowing you to stitch the same pattern onto a quilt that is being
traced with the laser dot.
Laser Operation and Use
There is not a separate on/off switch for the laser. Power is supplied to the laser when it is
plugged into the HQ Fusion™. Be sure the laser is attached to the HQ Fusion™ and pointed
downward toward the table before connecting it to the port. Never point it in a direction that
would project the beam into someone’s eyes. If the laser should cease to operate, check to
ensure the plug is firmly seated into the HQ Fusion™ laser port.
Caution: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Laser Focus/Laser Image Size
This high quality laser is focusable. The laser is focused by simply grasping the threaded
housing surrounding the lens and turning clockwise or counter clockwise
(see Photo 7). The laser image can be adjusted bigger or smaller. The
direction of rotation needed is determined by the distance of the laser
from the intended focal plane. Experiment by turning the threaded end to
achieve your desired focal size.
Clamp Adjustment
The laser attaches to a mounting post. The post may be vertical or
horizontal. The clamp is designed to articulate any direction by rotating
the clamp on the post and pivoting the laser up or down. To make an
adjustment, simply loosen the black thumbscrews, position, and retighten.
Location of Laser Labels
The label is attached to the case of the laser and contains an arrow which
indicates the direction the laser light will shine when energized. The label
must remain in place on the laser. Removal of the label will void the
laser’s warranty.
Photo 7

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Diagram G
Threading the Machine
1. Place a cone or spool of thread on the spool pin. Pass the thread through the thread
mast eyelet from back to front, continuing to thread guides A and B.
2. Continue to three-hole thread guide C. Wrap all three holes from back to front, back
hand wheel side to needle side (see Detail 1 below).
Note: The purpose of this guide is to prevent loops of thread coming off the thread
cone from going into the top tension as a knot causing thread breakage and bad
tension. For most threads on a cone, it is important to thread all three holes for
consistent results – should top thread tension need to be adjusted it should be done at
the top tension assembly.
3. Thread continues through thread guide D, and then down to the tension assembly
(see Detail 2 below).
NOTE: It is important that the thread is ―flossed‖ up between the two tension discs. If
the thread is not firmly in place between the two tension discs, the thread rests on the
outside of the tension discs (without tension) and looping on fabric or thread nests may
occur.
4. Once the thread is in place, be sure that the thread catches on the take up spring and
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5. Bring the thread back up through the take up lever from back to front, and then down
through thread guide F.
6. Pull the thread down to the needle thread guide and thread through the hole.
7. Make sure the thread is following the groove down the front of the needle and threads
from front to back. Be careful that the thread does not twist around the needle.
Note: To test that the machine is threaded correctly and the tension is correct, carefully
pull the needle thread - taking care to not bend the needle. It should pull smoothly with
light to medium tension.
Optional Horizontal Spool Holder
1. An optional horizontal spool holder is available for
metallic and specialty threads wound on a spool (not a
cone).
2. The horizontal spool holder mounts on the laser stylus
guide post on the top of the machine (see Photo 8).
3. When using threads on the Horizontal Spool Holder,
skip thread guides A and B. Thread the top hole only of
the three-hole thread guide C, back to front.
4. Continue threading the machine as described in steps 3
through 7 above.
Important notes: The HQ Fusion™ quilting machine does not have a presser foot lever or top tension release
like a home sewing machine. On a home sewing machine the top tension is released when the presser foot is
raised allowing the thread to come freely out of the machine. When a home machine is threaded the tension
discs are released and open for the thread to easily fall between the tension discs. This is not the case with the
HQ Fusion™ quilting machine where the top tension is always tight and the tension discs are never open.
Therefore, the thread must be pulled up or ―flossed‖ between the tension discs or it will stay outside the discs
and float without tension, causing serious tension problems and/or thread nests. It is also possible to bend the
needle while it is threaded if care is not taken while moving the machine around the quilt because the top
tension is never released.
Photo 8

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Bobbin and Thread Tension Adjustments
Inserting the Bobbin
1. Place the bobbin in the bobbin case so that the thread pulls off
clockwise when viewing the open side (Photo 9).
2. Slide the thread through the slot and under the tension spring
leaving 5-6 inches of thread hanging loose (Photos 10 and 11).
3. Do not lift the lever on bobbin case. Fit the bobbin case onto the
hook spindle in the machine. Rotate the casing until the open
throat keys into the alignment notch in the middle of the hook.
Push the casing in until it stops in place. Push inward until it
clicks (see Photo 12).
Note: It is not suggested that the lever on the bobbin case be
used for this installation. The latch lever should be used only for
removal of the bobbin case.
4. Turn off the power switch while inserting the bobbin case or
anytime the hands are near the needle area.
Drawing up the Bobbin Thread to the Top of the Quilt
1. After the machine is threaded, locate needle up/needle down button on
the left handle.
2. While firmly holding the tail of the needle thread, press the needle
up/down button with free hand bringing the needle back to the up
position.
3. Pull the machine 3-4 inches away while holding the needle
thread.
4. Bobbin thread will pull up through to the top allowing you to
grasp the loop and pull it to the desired length.
Bobbin Tension
The bobbin tension is the foundation tension for the entire machine.
To test that bobbin tension is correct, hold the bobbin case in the
palm of your hand with the open end facing up - wrap the thread
around your index finger and while pulling up on the thread
and wiggling the finger front to back (not up and down which is
not consistent), the bobbin case should lift up on its side, but
NOT lift out of your hand. If it will not lift up onto its side, it is
too loose and if it lifts out of your hand, it is too tight. The
small screw in the center of the tension spring is where the
adjustment is made (see Photo 13). Turn clockwise to tighten
and counterclockwise to loosen the bobbin case tension.
Check your bobbin tension every time a new bobbin is
inserted.
Photo 13
Photo 12
Photo 9
Photo 10
Photo 11

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Note: Before adjusting your top tension remember to floss or pull the top thread up into the tension
discs or it will float outside the discs providing little or no top tension. This could cause significant
tension or nesting problems on the bottom side of the quilt.
Important: Top tension should be adjusted after the bobbin case foundation tension adjustment is
made.
Top Tension
Puckering, gathers and thread breakage occur when the top tension is too tight. Loops and
thread nests occur on the back when the top thread tension is too loose. Tension may need to
be adjusted depending on the fabric, thread or batting you are using on each project.
To adjust the top tension tighter, turn the tension knob clockwise. To loosen the tension, turn
the tension knob counter-clockwise. If the bobbin case tension is adjusted a degree on the
screw the top tension may need to be adjusted a ¼ to ½ turn to compensate or balance the
tension.
Consistently using the same thread will reduce your tension issues. If you use multiple brands,
weights, types, colors, qualities, and mixes of threads, many tension variables will be created
and more tension adjustments will be required. Dark threads will be heavier (because of dye)
than light threads of the same weight, type and brand also affecting tension settings. The
more consistent one is, the fewer variables will be involved.
Maintenance
Cleaning and Lubricating the Machine
Only use light sewing machine oil in the HQ Fusion™.
Internal oiling is not necessary on the HQ Fusion™
except when the machine is taken to a service technician
for routine maintenance and cleaning. The bobbin
basket assembly, however, needs regular lubricating.
Failure to keep the bobbin assembly lubricated can
cause severe damage to the machine. To lubricate, turn
off the machine. Clean around the bobbin assembly with
a soft brush to remove lint.
Put a very small drop of oil on the hook in the bobbin
assembly (see Photo 14). (Remove bobbin and case
before oiling). The frequency depends upon the usage of
the machine. Lubricating is recommended before running
the machine if it has not been used regularly, or every other bobbin change if used frequently.
After oiling, always sew a scrap piece as oil may cling to thread. Over oiling can cause excess
dripping from the bobbin assembly. Lack of lubricant may be noticed by a change in the sound
of the machine and will affect stitch quality.
Photo 14

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Using the Displays on the Handles
Cleaning the Touch Screen Display
Never use any chemicals to clean your display, as this may adversely affect the touch-screen
response. Use a damp soft rag and gently wipe the display to remove any marks from the
display. If necessary, diluted mild dishwasher soap may be used on the soft rag to remove
grease marks.
Machine and Handlebar Menus
The HQ Fusion™ has touch-screen displays on the front and rear handles. Settings may be
changed at either of these locations.
Note: Review the Handi Quilter “Welcome” DVD for interactive instruction on the HQ
Fusion™ menu functions.

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Manual Mode Screen
Button Functions:
Pressing the ―Regulated‖ button while in the Manual Mode Screen will toggle to the
Regulated Mode Screen. The white button indicates which mode the system is
currently in. Different options are available depending upon which mode the system
is in.
When in ―Needle Up‖ mode (the button is white when activated), the needle ends in the ―Up‖
position upon pressing the ―Stop‖ button on the handles. This button does not move the needle,
but simply determines the final needle position after the machine has been stopped.
When in ―Needle Down‖ mode (the button is white when activated), the needle ends in the
―Down‖ position upon pressing the ―Stop‖ button on the handles. Again, this button does not
move the needle, but sets the final resting position of the needle after ―Stop‖ is pressed.
Pressing the Speed ―+‖ will increase the manual mode motor speed and pressing the Speed ―-‖ button
will decrease the manual mode motor speed. This has the same effect as pressing the ―+‖ and ―-―
buttons on the actual handles. The speed range is between 5% and 100%, or between 110 and 2200
stitches per minute (SPM). The percent speed as well as the stitches per minute are displayed in the
yellow boxes at the top of the screen.
The ―Lights‖ button will take you to a screen that will allow you to adjust the color and intensity
of your front handlebar LED lighting.
The ―More‖ button will access the ―More‖ menu screen, which allows access to such tools as
the video player, audio player, calculator and system information.

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Regulated Mode Screen
Button Functions
Pressing the ―+‖ or ―-― buttons will increase or decrease the stitches per inch (SPI) setting and is
reflected in the yellow indicator box at the stop of the screen. This value can be adjusted between 4
and 24 stitches per inch.
The ―Cruise‖ indicator box at the top of the screen indicates whether the machine is in ―Cruise‖ regulation mode or
in ―Precision‖ regulation mode. Cruise mode can be set from within the ―More‖ screen between 5 and 100% or
―Precision.‖ To set to ―Precision‖ mode, press the ―-― button until the word ―Precision‖ appears in the box.
For information on other buttons on this screen, please refer back to the Manual Mode screen.

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“More” Screen
Button Functions
Accesses the system’s video player feature. Videos must be saved onto an SD memory card
and inserted into the memory card slot on the right-hand side of the touch screen device.
Videos should be in MPEG-1, MP4, WMV, AVI, ASF, or 3GP format.
Audio files may be played using the Audio feature. Audio files must be stored onto an SD
memory card and inserted into the memory card slot on the right-hand side of the touch
screen device. Audio files should be in MP3, WMA, or WAV format.
An on-screen calculator may be accessed from the ―More‖ screen.
―System‖ will display information about the Fusion electronics board and firmware versions as
well as serial number and Lifetime and Project counters. The System screen also allows
access to the touch screen calibration program and some diagnostics tests.
The ―Cruise Speed‖ may be adjusted here using the ―+‖ and ―-― buttons to speeds between 5% and 100%. If you
adjust the speed lower than 5%, the ―Cruise‖ regulation function will be turned off.
Press the button to return to either the ―Regulated‖ or ―Manual‖ main menu screen.

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Lights Screen
Color
Adjust the color of the lighting by dragging the buton left or right across the slide bar. Cool lighting will appear
more blue while warm lighting will appear more red. If you slide the bar to the extreme left, this will turn on the UV
lights and turn the white lights off.
UV
CAUTION!!! Looking directly into the UV lights or prolonged exposure to the UV lights can damage your
eyes. Limit the use of the UV lights to avoid permanent eye damage. Use of UV A/B blocking sunglasses
will reduce eye strain and limit the effects of prolonged exposure to UV lighting.
CAUTION!!! Users who have had cataract surgery should not use the UV lighting unless they have had
UV A/B blocking replacement lenses implanted as part of the surgery
UV lighting can be very useful when trying to view white thread or white chalk on white fabric. The best contrast
is achieved when viewed in a dark or dimly lit room. Although Handi Quilter has chosen to use UV lights which
emit a light wavelength at the lowest end of the UV spectrum to minimize eye strain and damage, constant or
direct exposure to any UV lighting can cause eye strain and may lead to permanent eye damage. Care should be
taken to avoid looking directly at the UV lights (which emit a violet colored light) and the UV lights should only be
used when other lighting sources cannot produce the visual contrast necessary to achieve accurate quilting.
Intensity
Adjust the light intensity by sliding the button left or right across the slide bar to achieve the desired lighting
intensity.
Press the button to return to the ―Regulated‖ or ―Manual‖ menu screen.

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System Information
Information contained in the yellow boxes identifies the electronics board revision number as well as the firmware
revision number of the HQ Fusion. The serial number of the HQ Fusion is listed at the bottom, just under the
Lifetime and Projet stitch counters. The Project Counter can be reset to keep track of the number of stitches
taken during a given project. To reset this counter, press the pink button just to the left of the ―Project
Count‖ box.
Button Functions
To calibrate the touch screen, press the ―Calibrate‖ button in the System Information screen.
A new screen will appear which will ask you to touch the center of a cross-hairs with your
stylus. You will be asked to touch several different locations on the screen with your stylus.
To complete calibration, you will be asked to tap the screen to keep the changes or to wait
for 30 seconds to keep your current calibration settings.
On-screen diagnostics may be accessed to help identify certain problems with the HQ
Fusion. Pressing the ―Diagnostics‖ button will call up a screen that contains several
diagnostics test programs you may choose from.
Press the button to return to the ―Regulated‖ or ―Manual‖ menu screen or the button to
return to the ―More‖ menu screen.

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Diagnostics Screen
Press any of the diagnostics test buttons to perform that particular diagnostic test.
Press the button to return to the ―Regulated‖ or ―Manual‖ menu screen or the button to
return to the ―System Information‖ menu screen.
The Motor Sensor test can help you determine whether they may be
a problem with the HQ Fusion motor. Rotating the front or back hand
wheel should result in a pulsing audible ―beep.‖ If you get a constant
solid ―beep‖ or no ―beep‖ at all, this indicates a failed test and the
machine should be inspected by a qualified Handi Quilter repair
technician.
The Needle Sensor test will indicate whether the needle position
sensor is functioning properly. Rotating the front or back handwheel
should result in a ―beep‖ for half of a stitch cycle followed by no ―beep‖
for the other half. If you hear a constant beep or no beep at all for a full
360° rotation of the hand wheel, this indicates a failed test and the
machine should be inspected by a qualified Handi Quilter repair
technician.
Use the X Motion Sensor test to verify functionality of the ―X‖ stitch
regulator encoder (the encoder mounted at the rear of the carriage).
As you move the carriage left and right you should hear a pulsing
―beep‖ that pulses faster as you move faster. A solid beep, no beep,
or periods of irregular beeping (with constant motion) indicate a
problem with the ―X‖ encoder. This could be an unplugged or
damaged cable, a stitch regulator wheel that is not rotating, or possibly
an issue with the main control board.