Kenmore 15243 Owner's Manual page 2

iMPORTANT SAFETY
iNSTRUCTiONS
This machine is designed and manufactured for House Hold use only.
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including_ii!ilbe following:
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
DANGER ........
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To reduce the risk of electric shock:
1. An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug _i @_ ma from the electric
outlet immediately after using and before cleaning. .....
2. Always unplug before replacing a sewing machine bulb. Replace 6_i6 i_ _e type
WARN _ NG -- To reduce the risk of burns, fire, elect i _ck or injury isons: .......
Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close by or_children.
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2.
Use this appliance only for its
mended by the manufacturer as cont_i _ in this
3. Never operate this sewing machine
dropped or damaged, or dropped intl
Return this sewing m_hi_ _:_he
chanical adjustmea_ : :
4. Never operate _iianc_ith any
controller free f_6_ _cumulation of !!n!
Never drop or
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6. Do not use
7. Do not operate
8. To disconnect,
9. Do not unplug by
10. Keep fingers away from
only attachments recom
properly, if it has been
store _vice cente; fo _ _mination, repair, electrical or me
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Keep ventilation openings of this sewing machine and foot
cloth.
object int,:__y opening.
(spra i _roducts are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
("O") position, then remove plug from outlet.
plug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
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.
12. 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 this sewing machine off ("O") when making any adjustment in the needle area, such as threading the needle,
changing the needle, threading the bobbin, changing the presser foot, and the like.
15. Always unplug this sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any
other adjustments mentioned in this owner's manual.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: Sewing machine design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.