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How can I remove jammed tacks?
If the trigger is not completely released after pressing, the head
of a tack can become jammed in the needle. When this happens, remove the
strip of tacks. Then locate the plastic needle lever beside the needle
and rotate it forward. Remove the needle. In most cases, a piece of tack
is stuck in the needle. Remove the piece of tack and replace the needle.
To reinsert the needle, line up the needle slot with the slot in the gun.
Turn the plastic needle lever back to secure the needle in place.
What is the Basting Gun used for?
The Basting Gun is used to quilt-baste fabric
layers together in place of thread or safety pins. The gun can also be
used for other applications, such as attaching tags to handmade items.
What would cause a tack to break as it passes
through the gun?
Dritz Basting Gun Tacks are made of nylon. Because
nylon is porous, it can dry out and become brittle if not stored in a
sealed container. The tacks can be rehydrated by placing them in a resealable
bag with several drops of water. Allow the tacks to set overnight so that
they will absorb adequate moisture and regain their elasticity.
Why aren’t the tacks penetrating the
fabric?
If there is too much space between the fabric
surface and the nose of the Basting Gun, the tacks may not be able to
penetrate all the fabric layers. Insert the Basting Gun so that the nose
is pressed firmly against the fabric and the needle penetrates all fabric
layers. Position your index and middle fingers underneath the fabric layers
on either side of the needle. Squeeze the trigger, pressing the fabric
layers against the nose of the gun. Or, use the Dritz Basting Grate under
the fabric layers to help the tacks penetrate the fabric.
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