Bernina a170 Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety
precautions should always be followed, including the
following.
Read all instructions before using this sewing machine.
When the machine is not in use, it should be disconnected
from the electricity supply by removing the plug from the
power outlet.
DANGER
To reduce the risk of electric shock:
1. An appliance should never be left unattended when
plugged in.
2. Always unplug this appliance from the electric outlet
immediately after using and before cleaning.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock or injury to
persons:
1. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is
necessary when this appliance is used by or near
children.
2. Use appliance only for its intended use as described in
this manual. Use only attachments recommended by
the manufacturer as contained in this manual.
3. Never operate this appliance if:
· it has a damaged cord or plug,
· it is not working properly,
· it has been dropped or damaged
· it has fallen into water
Return the appliance to the nearest authorized dealer
or service center for examination, repair, electrical or
mechanical adjustment.
4. Never operate the appliance with any air openings
blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the sewing
machine and foot controller free from accumulation
of lint, dust and loose cloth.
5. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care
is required around the sewing needle.
6. Always use an original or recommended BERNINA
stitch plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to
break.
7. Do not use bent needles.
8. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may
deflect the needle causing it to break.
9. Turn power switch to "0" when making any
adjustments in the needle area, such as threading
or changing the needle, threading the bobbin or
changing the presser foot.
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10. Always unplug the sewing machine from the
electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating
or when making any other user servicing adjustments
mentioned in this instruction manual.
11. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
12. Do not use outdoors.
13. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are
being used or where oxygen is being administered.
14. To disconnect, turn all controls to the off ("0")
position then remove the plug from the outlet.
15. Do not unplug by pulling on the cord but grasp the
plug before pulling.
16. No responsibility will be taken for any possible
damage as the result of misuse of the machine.
17. This machine is provided with double insulation.
Use only identical replacement parts. See instructions
for Servicing of Double-Insulated machines.
SERVICING DOUBLE-
INSULATED PRODUCTS
In a double-insulated product, two systems of insulation
are provided instead of grounding. No means of
grounding is provided on a double-insulated product nor
should a means for grounding be added to the product.
Servicing a double-insulated product requires extreme
care and knowledge of the system and should only be
done by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts
for a double-insulated product must be identical to those
parts in the product. A double insulated product is
marked with the words "DOUBLE INSULATION" or
"DOUBLE INSULATED".
The symbol may also be marked on the product.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS!
This sewing machine is intended for household use only.
Safety Instructions
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