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HQ
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Caution:
Use of controls or adjustments or perform-
ance of procedures other than those specifi ed 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 hous-
ing surrounding the lens and turning clockwise or
counter-clockwise (see Figure 8). 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 fo-
cal size.
Clamp Adjustment
The laser attaches to a mounting post. The post may
be vertical or horizontal. The clamp is designed to ar-
ticulate in 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.
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 pat-
tern 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
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Avanté . Be sure the laser is attached to the
HQ
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Avanté 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 fi rmly seated into the HQ
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laser port.
Figure 8
