Can I use 1/4″ rulers on my Nolting?
Some older Nolting Longarms have a high lifting hopping foot. All of the machines made after 1995 have the lower lifting hopping foot. You will be able to use a true 1/4″ ruler or template. There is a simple test to find out how high your foot lifts. Move your longarm over to the side and remove any fabric from the throat of the machine. Using the hand wheel lower the hopping foot to its lowest position. It should be about a Dime’s thickness off of the throat plate. Now roll the hand wheel until the hopping foot is at its highest point. Get out your allen wrench set. Lay an allen wrench on its side on the throat plate and try to slide it under the foot. Start with the 1/4″ allen wrench. Does it slide under? If it does, you will need to use 3/8″ rulers. If it does not slide under, you can use 1/4″ rulers. We have a round foot that is 1/4″ away from the needle all the way around. Check out Trouble shooting for more information on getting one for your machine. We also carry large ruler ba
