Kenmore 385.1883 Owner's Manual page 4

IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
Your sewing machine is designed and constructed only |or HOUSEHOLD use.
Read all instructions before using this sewing machine.
DANGER
--To reduce the risk of electric shock:
1. A sewing machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always
unplug this sewing machine from the electric outlet immediately after using
and before cleaning.
2. Always unplug before replacing sewing machine bulb. Replace bulb with
same type rated 15 Watts.
3. Do not reach tor a sewing machine that has tallen into water. Unplug
immediately
4. Do not place or store sewing machine where it can tali or be pulled into a tub
or sink. Do not place or drop into water or other liquid.
WARNING
--To redoce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury
to persons.
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Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this
sewing machine is used by or near children.
Use this sewing machine onlyfor itsintended use as described in this manual.
Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in
this manual
Never operate this sewing machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, ifit is not
working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water.
Return the sewing machine to the nearest authonzed dealer or service center for
examination, repair, electrical or mechanicaf adjustment.
4. Never operate the sewing machine with any a_ropening b_ocked.Keep ventilation
openings of the sewing machine and foot controller free from accumulation
of lint, dust, and loose cloth.
5. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
6. Do not use outdoors.
7. Do not operate where aerosot (spray) products are being used or where
oxygen ks being administered.
8. To disconnect, turn all controls to the off ("0-) position, then remove piug
from outlet.
9. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the ptug, not the cord.
10. Keep fingers away trom all moving parts. Special care is required around
the sewing machine needle.
11. Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle
to break.
I2. Do not use bent needles.
13. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing it
to break.
14. Switch the sewing machine off (°'0-) when making any adjustment in the
needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin,
or changing presser loot, and the like.
15. Always unplug the sewing machine from the electrical outlet when
removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other adjustments
mentioned in the instruction manual.
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