Gallant XL User Manual
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Operating Instructions
Power Switch
The main power switch is at the rear of the machine.
Turn on the main power switch first by toggling the switch from the O position (off) to the | position (on).
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IMPORTANT
: When you are finished quilting, if you will not be using the machine for more than
a day, we recommend you turn off the main power switch and unplug the power cord from the
power source.
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IMPORTANT
: Refer to the safety instructions.
Lighting
The Gallant XL includes bright LED lights above the needle, making it easy for you to see your quilting. If
needed, adjust the intensity of the lights to suit your environment.
Machine Needle
Use only the recommended needle system for your Gallant XL quilting machine. The machine is timed to
use this specific needle type (System 134) which is designed to work with the high quilting speeds and
multi-directional stitching the Gallant XL offers.
The Gallant XL uses the 134 needle system. Note that the needle
has a round shank rather than a shank with a flat side, like home
stitching machines use.
If you use the recommended needle, you will experience:
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Fewer skipped stitches
• Less needle breakage
• Less thread breakage, especially at high speeds
• Less thread splicing or shredding
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Optimum fabric protection
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IMPORTANT
: Change the needle regularly. We recommend you use a new needle for each new quilt
and any time the needle becomes bent, dull, or burred.
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CAUTION
: A damaged needle may result in poor stitch quality or may even damage the machine or
your quilt.
