Bliss and channel locks

[kusmaulk]

Is there an issue with Bliss and the channel locks? I have had the Bliss system for awhile, but today was the first time I tried using the channel locks. Worked okay at first, then wouldn't hold and made a funny clicking sound. Hmmmmmm?

[ffq-lar]

Hi Karol,

Yes, there are issues with Bliss and the channel locks. The horizontal lock that connects with the Bliss rail has had problems. Mine was quickly and cheerfully replaced when I emailed Dawn.

The vertical lock on mine works well. Be advised that the configuration of the rail and the locks makes the horizontal locks sort of weak--not the solid un-moving locks that were on the old rails. So a light touch is necessary because it is easy to muscle it off-line.

Oops--I will add that recently I had the *click*-nothing thing going on and Dennis took out the cable that connects to the back of the machine (he says pinch the top part to remove it)--he checked that it was clean and reconnected it by pushing it in until it clicked. That fixed me up a couple of weeks ago.

[Borderline Quilter]

There is an issue that APQS are working to resolve....I replaced both of my channel locks early on and my channel locks still click on when I first turn on my machine...it's a grounding issue...but doesn't affect day to day use of my Millennium.....Like Linda said you need a light touch when using your horizontal lock....but these machines track really well anyway so it's not a big problem!

I am sure APQS will work with you to resolve your problem!

[Jedsews]

I have Bliss with the horizontal channel locks only on my Lenni, have never had a problem..........yet...........

[newmillie2010]

yep, it's easy to 'move' through those channel locks. i don't let it worry me.