Important Safety Instructions - Pfaff select 1520 Instruction Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

For the United States only
When you use an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be adhered to as follows:
Read all instructions before using this sewing machine.
DANGER
To reduce the risk of electric shock:
1. The sewing machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this appliance
from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning it.
2. Always unplug before relamping. Replace bulb with same type rated 15 Watts.
3. Do not reach for a sewing machine that has fallen into water. Unplug immediately.
4. Do not place or store a sewing machine where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink. Do not place in or
drop into water or other liquid.
WARNING
5. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this sewing machine is used by or
near children.
6. Use this sewing machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only attachments
recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.
7. Never operate this sewing 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 appliance to the nearest authorized dealer
or service center for examination, repair, electrical or
mechanical adjustment.
8. Never operate the sewing machine with any air opening blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the sewing
machine and foot control free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.
9. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
10. Do not use outdoors.
11. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
12. To disconnect, turn all controls to off ("O") position, then remove plug, not the cord.
13. Never operate on a soft surface such as a bed or couch where the air openings may be blocked.
14. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
15. Keep fi ngers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine needle.
16. Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.
17. Do not use bent or blunt needles. Use needles recommended by the manufacturer only.
18. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may defl ect the needle, causing it to break.
19. Switch the sewing machine off ("O") when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as threading
needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, etc.
20. Always unplug sewing machine from the electric outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when
making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.
21. Hold plug when rewinding into cord reel. Do not allow plug to whip when rewinding.
Please also observe the general safety notes on opposite page.
This sewing machine is designed and manufactured for HOUSEHOLD use only
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of burns, fi re , electric shock, or injury to persons: