Connecting Machine When Equipped With Electric Motor And Controller; Operating Machine; Getting Ready To Sew; Preliminary Steps - Singer 288 Instruction Manual

2. Getting ready to Sew

Preliminary Steps

CONNECTING MACHINE WHEN EQUIPPED WITH
ELECTRIC MOTOR AND CONTROLLER
Before plugging in your machine, be sure that the volt-
age and frequency indicated on the motor are within
the range marked on the electric meter installed by
your power company.
If your speed controller cord has a motor disconnect
plug, push the plug into the receptacle at right end of
motor. Then connect the power line plug to your elec-
trical outlet.
If the speed controller cord is wired directly to the
motor, connect the power-line plug to your electrical
outlet.
CAUTION: Disconnect the powerline plug from the
electrical outlet when changing needles. presser feet
or needle plates or when leaving the machine unat -
tended. This eliminates the possibility of starting the
machine by accidentally pressing the speed controller.

OPERATING MACHINE

To turn on the machine and sewing light, press the
power and light switch located on the motor.
If Machine has a 3-position switch:
• The SLOW setting (switch moved to symbol) allows
for maximum control for special jobs.
• The FAST setting (switch moved to symbol) allows
for full speed capacity of the machine.
To run the machine, press the speed controller with
your foot. The harder you press, the faster the
machine will sew. To stop machine. remove foot from
controller.
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