Safety Instructions; Important Information - Bernina L460 Instruction Manual

Safety Instructions

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Precautions should always be followed, including
the following:
Read all the instructions before using this machine.
In general when the machine is not in use, it
should be disconnected from the electricity
supply.
DANGER!
As a protection against electrical shock:
1. The machine should never be left unattended
when plugged in.
2. Always unplug this machine from the electrical
outlet after using and before cleaning.
3. LED Radiation. Do not view directly with optical
instruments. Class 1M LED product.
WARNING!
As a protection against burns, fire, electric shock or
injury to persons:
1. Use this machine only for purposes as
described in this manual. Use only attach-
ments, accessories and parts recommended
by the manufacturer.
2. Do not allow this machine to be used as a toy.
Close attention is necessary when this machine
is used by or near children. The machine is not
intended for use by persons (and children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabili-
ties or lack of experience and knowledge.
Unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the machine by a
person responsible for their safety. To ensure
children do not play with the machine they
must be supervised.
Never operate this machine if:
the cord or the plug are damaged,
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it is not working properly,
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it has been dropped or damaged,
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it has fallen into water.
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Safety Instructions
3. Return the machine to your local authorized
BERNINA dealer for examination or repair.
4. Never operate the machine with any air open-
ings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the
machine free from the accumulation of lint,
dust and loose cloth.
5. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Spe-
cial care is required around the sewing needle
and the knife.
6. Never insert any objects into any openings on
the machine.
7. Do not use the machine outdoors.
8. Do not operate the machine where aerosol
products (sprays) or oxygen are being used.
9. Do not pull or push the fabric while stitching.
This can result in needle breakage.
10. Switch the machine off «0» when making any
adjustments in the needle area, such as
threading the needle, changing the needle,
threading the looper, or changing the presser
foot.
11. Always unplug the machine from the electrical
outlet when removing covers, when covers are
opened to raise the knife or thread the loopers,
when lubricating or when making any other
user servicing adjustments mentioned in the
instruction manual.
12. Do not use bent needles.
13. Always use the original BERNINA stitch plate.
The wrong
needle breakage.
14. This machine is provided with double insula-
tion (except for USA and Canada). Use only
original spare parts. See instructions for ser-
vicing of double-insulated products.
stitch plate can cause