Arming

Always verify the arming lever is in the red "ARMED" position and look for the illuminated mode indicator [1].

Ensure your quilt backing is at least 4–5 inches wider on all sides than the quilt top. This extra "margin" is necessary for the long-arm machine to grip and advance the fabric [13]. 3. Aviation & Flight Safety (Arming the Doors) arming

In the world of , "long-arming" refers to using a large machine to sew the layers of a quilt together. Always verify the arming lever is in the