Setting Up The Machine; Setup And Transporting Precautions; Setup Location - Brother 884-T20 Operation Manual

Setting Up the Machine

The procedures for setting up the machine are
described below. If the machine is not set up
correctly, it may shake or produce loud noises and
the embroidery will not be sewn correctly. An
optional embroidery stand is also available.
Setup and transporting
precautions
CAUTION
• The temperature of the operating environment
should be between 5 °C (40 °F) and 40 °C
(104 °F). If the machine is operated in an
environment that is either too cold or too hot,
the machine may malfunction.
• Do not use the machine in a location where it
will be exposed to direct sunlight, otherwise
the machine may malfunction.
• Set up the machine with it's four adjustable
feet completely in contact with the desk or
table, so that the machine is level.
• Do not block the ventilation slots at the back
and on the rear underside of the machine by
such as putting anything under the embroidery
machine, and do not allow lint or dust to
accumulate in the ventilation slots, otherwise
the machine's motor may overheat, resulting in
a fire or in damage to the machine.
• The machine weight is approximately 38 kg
(84 lb). The transporting or setting up of the
embroidery machine should be performed by
two people.
• When transporting the machine, be sure to
have two people lift the machine from the
bottom at the indicated slots (1). Lifting the
machine from any other area may damage the
machine or result in the machine falling,
which could cause injuries.
• When lightning occurs, turn off the machine
and unplug the power supply cord. Lightning
may cause the machine to malfunction.
• Do not plug in the power supply cord until
setup of the machine is completed, otherwise
injuries may result if the start/stop button is
accidentally pressed and the machine starts
sewing.
• When lubricating the machine, wear
protective eyeglasses and gloves to prevent the
oil or grease from getting into your eyes or on
your skin. Do not put the oil or grease into
your mouth. Keep the oil and grease out of the
reach of children.
• While attaching or detaching an embroidery
frame or other included accessory or while
maintaining the machine, be careful not to hit
the machine with your body or any other part
of it.

Setup location

Set up the machine in a location that meets the
following requirements.
• Position the machine a minimum of 50 mm (2
inches) away from the wall
• Allow sufficient space around the machine
• Place no objects within the moving range of
the embroidery frame
• Set-up machine near an electrical outlet
• Use a level and stable surface, such as a
desk or stand
• Use a surface that can support the weight of
the machine (about 38 kg (84 lb))
• Allow open space around the ventilation slots
at the back and on the rear underside of the
machine
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