Bernina 700D Instruction Manual - Page 2

"IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using this overlock sewing machine. "DANGER_____To reduce the risk of electric shock:" 1. The appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. 2. Always unplug this appliance from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning. 3. Always unplug before relamping. Replace bulb with same type rated 220-240V10W-Aus./NZ, 120V15W-USA/Can.. "WARNING_____To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:" 1. Do not allow this appliance to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this appliance is used by or near children. 2. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual. 3. Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return the appliance to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment. 4. Never operate the appliance with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the sewing machine and foot controller free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth. 5. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine needle and knife. 6. Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break. 7. Do not use bent needles. 8. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing it to break. 9. Switch the sewing machine off "O" when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as threading needle, chainging needle, threading looper, or changing presser foot and the like. 10. Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, when covers opened to raise the knife or threading the loopers, lubricating, or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual. 11. Never drop or insert any object into any opening. 12. Do not use outdoors. 13. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered. 14. To disconnect, turn all controls to the off "O" position, then remove plug from outlet. 15. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To un plug, grasp the plug, not the cord. 16. Basically, the machine should be disconnected from the electricity supply when not in use. 17. If the power cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced with a special cord by your nearest authorised dealer or service centre. 18. (Except USA/Canada) This machine is provided with double insolation. Use only identical parts. See instructions for servicing of Double-Insulated machines. "SERVICING DOUBLE-INSULATED PRODUCTS (Except USA / Canada)" In a double-insulated product, two sytems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No grounding means is provided on a double-insulated product nor should a means for grounding be added to the product. Servicing a double-insulated product requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and should only be done by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for a double-insulated product must be identical to those parts in the product. A double-insulated product is marked with the words "DOUBLE INSULATION" or "DOUBLE INSULATED". The symbol may also be marked on the product. "SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS" "This overlock sewing machine is intended for household use only." 1