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HQ Avanté User Manual
1. An optional horizontal spool pin is available for
metallic and specialty threads wound on a spool
(not a cone).
2. The horizontal spool pin mounts on the laser stylus
guide post on the top of the machine
(see Figure 16).
3. When using threads on the Horizontal Spool Holder,
skip thread guide A. Thread the top hole only of
the three-hole thread guide B, back to front.
4. Continue threading the machine as described in
steps 3 through 7 on page 13.
Optional Horizontal Spool Pin
Inserting the Bobbin
Note: Turn off the power switch while inserting the
bobbin case or anytime your hands are near the
needle area.
1. Place the bobbin in the bobbin case so that the
thread pulls off clockwise when viewing the open
side (Figure 17).
2. Slide the thread through the slot (Figure 18) and
under the tension spring leaving 5-6 inches of
thread hanging loose (Figure 19, next page).
Bobbin and Thread Tension
Adjustments
Figure xx
Note: See the Getting Started DVDs (included with
your machine) for videos showing adjusting bobbin
tension and other tips. These videos are also available
on www.HandiQuilter.com.
Figure 16
Figure 17
Figure 18