Pfaff powerquilter 16.0 Manual - Page 4

Important Safety Instructions Read all instructions before using. When using this machine, basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following: DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock: • A quilting machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning. WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons: • Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this quilting machine is used by or near children. • Use this quilting machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual. • Never operate this quilting machine 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 quilting machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment. • Never operate the machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the machine free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth. • Never drop or insert any object into any opening. • Do not use outdoors. • Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered. • To disconnect, turn the machine switch to the symbol "O" position which represents off, then remove plug from outlet. • Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. • Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the machine needle. • Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break. • Do not use bent needles. • Switch the machine to the symbol "O" position to turn it off when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like. • Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual. • This sewing machine is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision. (For Australia and New Zealand only) • Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this machine. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is intended for household and commercial use. Disclaimer SVP Worldwide and its Representatives are in no way legally responsible or liable for damage to the powerquilter™ 16.0 quilting machine when used improperly or not in accordance with the guidelines stated in this manual or when used on machine quilting frames not recommended by SVP Worldwide. Page 4