Good to Know —
User Tips about QuilTak Quilt Basting System and MicroStitch

 

QuilTak and MicroStitch replaces pins-needle & thread-traditional attaching methods

• Attach rings-make pleats-secure layers of fabric
• Great for temporary basting or permanent applications
• Insert directly through fabric into foam for secure long lasting fit

QuilTak has Strong nylon fasteners-Rainbow colors/clear. 

MicroStitch has the smallest fasteners available.  They can be sewn over, and removed with a quick pull or a snip.

Problems??  Check out these ideas first.

Under no circumstances remove the screws from these tools.  In most circumstances we can talk you through problems with the tool without sending it in for repair.

QuilTak Brand?? MicroStitch Brand?? Are you using the correct brand Taks and needle for your tool?  QuilTak Taks and the QuilTak replacement needle are the only brand that will work in the QuilTak tool. MicroStitch Taks and the MicroStitch needle are the only brand that will work in the MicroStitch tool.

• The Taks are moisture sensitive.  They can loose, or gather moisture.  We suggest storing them in the original sealed zip lock bag.
• Too Dry: The Taks tend to break off before they get through the fabric. Solution:  Place them in a plastic bag with a slightly damp paper towel for two days.
• Too Moist:  The tool tends to jam and/or cutter isn’t cutting Taks.  (It’s actually bending the Tak strip instead of cutting it.)
  Solution:  Remove Taks from package and allow to air dry (in a dry place) for two days.

The QuilTak and MicroStitch needle must have space under the quilt layers in order for the tool to eject the taks.

IMPORTANT-Release the gun trigger all the way before removing the needle from the quilt—this will prevent most jamming occurrences.

If a jam occurs:  The needle will need to be removed. Follow the instructions below for REPLACING THE NEEDLE.

If the needle won't come out easily, (step 2) it may be bent. Use needle nose pliers and gently pull the needle out of the housing. Once the needle is removed, the basting gun trigger should snap back into position. Clear the channel of the needle with a straight pin. Check to make sure you have not bent the ejector rod, (the rod that goes through the needle) by looking straight at the nose of the tool through the hole where the needle goes. The rod should be straight and in the middle of the housing, not bent in any way. If the rod is straight, reinsert a needle and you are ready to baste. If the ejector rod is bent, the tool will need to be replaced. Send the tool with a check for $10 and we will send you a replacement.

Needle Replacement Instructions:

1. With needle pointing away from you, flip the white plastic needle lock so that it points toward the needle tip.
2. Gently pull the needle out of its socket. If it doesn’t come out easily, adjust needle lock slightly up or down, until the needle pulls out easily.
3. Insert the replacement needle into the socket. Line the channel on the needle up with the channel on the tool.
4. Flip the needle lock back toward the tool, and you are ready to QuilTak or MicroStitch again.

If you continue to have problems, call our toll free number. We are able to talk you through 99% of all problems experienced without having to send your tool in for repair-----as long as you have not unscrewed the screws on the tool.