guineasrule Posted July 21, 2005 Report Share Posted July 21, 2005 I have a newer Hartley extendable table. I find it I put any pressure on my ruler at all the table starts to "flop" up because it isn't connected in anyway to the arm of the machine. Does this make sense? Should it be connected if not how do you all deal with this. I know Sherry Rodgers told me she uses hers when she is straight line quilting. Do you have this problem, Sherry. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katydids Posted July 21, 2005 Report Share Posted July 21, 2005 No, it does not connect to the machine, that is what is so nice about it. Easy to put on, easy to take off. It should be snug though when you put it on. It sounds to me that you may be putting too much pressure down on your ruler. You want a very light touch, just enough to keep the ruler from shifting. Too much pressure and the machine will not want to move either. Hope this helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlene Posted July 21, 2005 Report Share Posted July 21, 2005 Hi, With my extended base, I have to push down on the furthest corners to set it in place. If I just slide it in, it wouldn't be secure and would flip when using it. Hopefully this helps you. Charlene Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdrogers Posted July 21, 2005 Report Share Posted July 21, 2005 If it pops off that easily, you may have an ill fitted base. However, you could add some of the very thin rubbermaid shelf liner to one or both sides of the inside of the base. I used double sided tape to adhere the shelf liner to the unit. Hope this helps! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susanri Posted February 10, 2006 Report Share Posted February 10, 2006 To solve this problem I put a velcro dot on the machine and the other half on the table and now I have no problems, I can post a picture if you need mine kept sliding off for whatever reason. Susan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarbWetzel Posted February 11, 2006 Report Share Posted February 11, 2006 Yes, the shelf lining works... but mine still eases off after awhile. Barb Wetzel Ivy Corner Quilting Altoona, Iowa 50009 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myrna Ficken Posted February 11, 2006 Report Share Posted February 11, 2006 If you are having this happen , did you remove two white tab things on the side of your machine. If soput them back on and see if that helps. If not call me next week and I will takl eoto you about it. My phone is on my website. Myrna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susanri Posted February 11, 2006 Report Share Posted February 11, 2006 what white tabs? but the velcro works great! no slipping or wobbiling Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myrna Ficken Posted February 14, 2006 Report Share Posted February 14, 2006 You will find them on the left side of youyr machine on the left side. Myrna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susanri Posted February 14, 2006 Report Share Posted February 14, 2006 nope maybe on the newer models I have an Ultimate II what are the tabs for? Susan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnuGram Posted February 14, 2006 Report Share Posted February 14, 2006 Susan: can you post a picture? I think I know what you mean but not entirely sure. I have the same slipping problem. thx Sara Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myrna Ficken Posted February 14, 2006 Report Share Posted February 14, 2006 These may not be on your model. If not is doesn't matter. If your base isn't as snug as you would like or slips a bit try a small piece of batting along one side this still allows the base to slip on easily or as Sherry suggested above. Do make sure you are not pressing to hard as this will make it harder to move your machine as well as cause your base slip. The machines are made a specific size as are the bases. The bases are designed to slip on the throat of your machine. They aren't molded around the throat of the machine individually. So some play may happen. Think of it as your feet and two of the pair of same shoes ,one pair may be snug, the other pair fits perfectly. It does not mean they are made incorrectly. They are just made individually. The bases do not screw on or attach to the machine in any way, for ease of attaching and removing. Also this help keep the weight down. They are good quality and well made. Their are other bases on the market. Some of them to screw to the machine or are secured in some other method. Hope you have solved your issue with your base slipping and are a happy quilters. Myrna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susanri Posted February 14, 2006 Report Share Posted February 14, 2006 I love my base! don't get me wrong Its not about quality, its just making it stay put and a little velcro tab in the corners worked great! I'll post a picture later, Susan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myrna Ficken Posted February 14, 2006 Report Share Posted February 14, 2006 Something else that may work well are those Sew Grippies They are the rounf rubber tabs tat stick on your templates. The velcor tabs are a great idea Suaan. I would not have thought of those. Myrna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myrna Ficken Posted February 14, 2006 Report Share Posted February 14, 2006 that would be the round rubber tabs that stick :mad: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spi-Cap Posted February 15, 2006 Report Share Posted February 15, 2006 Well, I just learnt something new, had to go look on my Millie to see if it had the white tabs. It has 4 and I never notice them. My Hartley base fits nice and snug, the only time it flips is when I press to hard, and that is usually at the end of the quilt as I'm anxious to get done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susanri Posted February 15, 2006 Report Share Posted February 15, 2006 I used the sticky type velcro put the fuuzzy side on the machine and the loopy side on the tablse and when it slides over the fuzzy side locks the table in place I did it on both sides. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myrna Ficken Posted February 15, 2006 Report Share Posted February 15, 2006 So when it slides over it does not make the other side come loose. Good idea!!!Thanks for sharing Myrna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
creatifworkshop Posted February 16, 2006 Report Share Posted February 16, 2006 I noticed there are two on offer: 12" and 15" and also they can have the thread cutter opening. Which size would you think is best to get and what do you think about the thread cutter opening? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myrna Ficken Posted February 16, 2006 Report Share Posted February 16, 2006 I prefer the 15" base. They do have a thread cutter opening. It works very well. Myrna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judithanderson Posted February 19, 2006 Report Share Posted February 19, 2006 I just received my 2004 Millie and large base extender on Friday. Do you all leave the base on most of the time? Or do you have to remove it so it doesn't drag against roolers? Judy in NH APQS Millennium Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myrna Ficken Posted February 19, 2006 Report Share Posted February 19, 2006 Judy, When I am not using the base I remove it. Congratulation on you Millie Myrna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LindaB Posted February 19, 2006 Report Share Posted February 19, 2006 If I'm not using my base, off it comes....takes a second... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
annlittle1 Posted February 21, 2006 Report Share Posted February 21, 2006 I always use the base for ruler work. However, it cuts down the room I have for stitching to about 8.5 inches. I"m forever over estimating how far I can go before running into the upper roller.:-( I take the base off just as soon as the ruler work is done. Phyllis Hughes Oklahoma City Liberty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quilteddaisy Posted March 26, 2011 Report Share Posted March 26, 2011 Hello! I'm new to this forum, and I'm hoping y'all can help me. I would like to purchase an extension table for my Millenium, but don't know where to buy it. I'm hoping y'all can help me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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