Maintenance And Inspection - Brother S-710A Service Manual

This sewing machine should only be used by
operators who have received the necessary
training in safe use beforehand.
The sewing machine should not be used for any
applications other than sewing.
Be sure to wear protective goggles when using the
machine.
If goggles are not worn, there is the danger that if
a needle breaks, parts of the broken needle may
enter your eyes and injury may result.
Turn off the power switch at the following times,
otherwise the machine may operate if the treadle is
depressed by mistake, which could result in injury.
When threading the needle
When replacing the bobbin and needle
When not using the machine and when leaving
the machine unattended
If using a work table which has casters, the casters should
be secured in such a way so that they cannot move.
Turn off the power switch before carrying out
cleaning, otherwise the machine may operate if
the treadle is depressed by mistake, which could
result in injury.
Use both hands to hold the machine head when tilting it
back or returning it to its original position. If only one hand
is used, the weight of the machine head may cause your
hand to slip, and your hand may get caught.
Disassembly, assembly, maintenance and inspection
of the sewing machine should only be carried out by a
qualified technician.
Ask your Brother dealer or a qualified electrician to
carry out any maintenance and inspection of the
electrical system.
Turn off the power switch and disconnect the
power cord from the wall outlet at the following
times, otherwise the machine may operate if the
treadle is depressed by mistake, which could
result in injury.
When carrying out inspection, adjustment and
maintenance
When replacing consumable parts such as the
rotary hook and knife
Turn off the power switch before inserting or
removing the plug, otherwise damage to the
control box could result.
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Sewing
Cleaning

Maintenance and inspection

SL-710A
Attach all safety devices before using the sewing
machine. If the machine is used without these
devices attached, injury may result.
Do not touch any of the moving parts or press any
objects against the machine while sewing, as this
may result in personal injury or damage to the
machine.
Use both hands to hold the machine head when
tilting it back or returning it to its original position. If
only one hand is used, the weight of the machine
head may cause your hand to slip, and your hand
may get caught.
If an error occurs in machine operation, or if abnormal
noises or smells are noticed, immediately turn off the
power switch. Then contact your nearest Brother
dealer or a qualified technician.
If the machine develops a problem, contact your
nearest Brother dealer or a qualified technician.
Be sure to wear protective goggles and gloves
when handling the lubricating oil, so that no oil
gets into your eyes or onto your skin, otherwise
inflammation can result.
Furthermore, do not drink the oil under any
circumstances, as they can cause vomiting and
diarrhea.
Keep the oil out of the reach of children.
Use both hands to hold the machine head when tilting it
back or returning it to its original position. If only one hand
is used, the weight of the machine head may cause your
hand to slip, and your hand may get caught.
If the power switch needs to be left on when
carrying out some adjustment, be extremely
careful to observe all safety precautions.
Be careful not to touch your fingers or the lubrication
amount check sheet against moving parts such as
the rotary hook or the feed mechanism when
checking the amount of oil supplied to the rotary
hook, otherwise injury may result.
Use only the proper replacement parts as
specified by Brother.
If any safety devices have been removed, be
absolutely sure to re-install them to their original
positions and check that they operate correctly
before using the machine.
Any problems in machine operation which result
from unauthorized modifications to the machine
will not be covered by the warranty.