Yamato VE2700-8 class Instruction Manual page 6

WARNING
2.6 Items for which the power to the machine has to
be turned off
Be sure to immediately turn the power off if any
abnormality or failure is found or in the case of power
failure in order to protect against accidents that can
result in personal injury or death.
To protect against accidents resulting from abrupt
starting of the machine, be sure to carry out the
following operations after turning the power off.
● When threading to the parts such as the needle,
looper, spreader, etc., or when changing the
bobbin.
● When changing or adjusting all component parts of
the machine.
● Adjusting the stitch length
● Adjusting the differential feed ratio
● When inspecting, repairing or cleaning the machine
or leaving the machine.
○ Be sure to remove the power plug by holding the plug
section instead of the cord section in order to prevent
electrical shock, earth-leakage or fire accidents.
○ If the machine is using a clutch motor, to protect against
accidents resulting from abrupt starting of the machine,
be sure to carry out the above operations after verifying
that the machine has stopped completely, since the
motor continues turning for a while even after turning off
the power supply switch.
3 PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN VARIOUS
OPERATING STAGES
3.1 Unpacking
Be sure to unpack the machine from the top. If the
machine is packed in a wooden crate, be careful of the
nails. Remove the nails from the board.
Never hold the parts near the needle or threading
parts when removing the sewing machine head from the
buffer of the box.
Removing and carrying the sewing machine head should always
be carried out by two or more people.
Take out the machine very carefully while checking the
position of the center of gravity.
Preserve the cardboard box and packing material
carefully in case secondary transport is needed in the
future.
Disposal of the packaging
The packaging material of the machine consists of wood,
paper, cardboard and polystyrene foam. The proper disposal
of the packaging is the responsibility of the customer, and
must be properly disposed of in accordance with the locally
valid environmental protection regulations.
Disposal of the machine waste
The proper disposal of the machine waste is the
responsibility of the customer, and must be disposed of in
accordance with the locally valid environmental protection
regulations.
The materials used in the machines are steel, aluminum,
brass and various plastics.
A specialist should be commissioned if necessary.
3.2 Transportation
Be sure to take sufficient safety measures to prevent
falling or dropping when lifting or moving the machine.
If the machine and/or your hands are stained with oil,
the machine may easily fall to the floor. Therefore,
wipe off the oil carefully.
To prevent accidents during transportation, repackage
in the same state as the original delivery packaging.
Be particularly sure to fully wipe off any oil adhering to
the machine before repackaging.
The machine head should be carried by two or more
people.
The machine should be carried by people only when
moving to the table or transfer hand truck, and all
other transportation operations should use a hand
truck. When moving to the table or hand truck, be
careful that the machine is not subjected to excessive
impact or vibrations. Otherwise the sewing head could
fall over.
ALWAYS hold the machine arm and handwheel as
shown in the following figures, when carry a sewing
machine.
NEVER hold the cylinder, because it may broken.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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