Safety Regulations - Bernina 1300MDC Manual De Instrucciones

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before
using this overlock sewing machine.
DANGER
_____To reduce the risk of electric shock:
1. The appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in.
2. Always unplug this appliance from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
3. Always unplug before re-lamping. Replace bulb with same type rated max.15W (120V), max.10W (220-240V) for model 1300MDC.
WARNING
_____To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:
1. Do not allow this appliance to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this appliance is used by or near children and
infirm persons.
2. Use this 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, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped 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 control free from
the accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.
5. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine needle and knife.
6. Always use the proper 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. Switch the sewing machine off ''O'' when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle,
threading looper, or changing presser foot and the like.
10. Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, when covers are opened to raise the knife or thread the
loopers, when lubricating or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the 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 ''O'' position, then remove plug from outlet.
15. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
16. Basically, the machine should be disconnected from the electricity supply when not in use.
17. If the power cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced with a special cord by your nearest authorized dealer or service center.
18. This appliance is provided with double insulation. (except USA/CAN)
Use only identical replacement parts. See instructions for servicing double insulated appliances.
SERVICING DOUBLE-INSULATED PRODUCTS
(USA and Canada version excepted)
In a double-insulated product, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No grounding means 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 IN-
SULATED.
The symbol may also be marked on the product.
BERNINA is committed to the protection of the environment. We strive to minimize the environmental impact of our products by
continuously improving product design and our technology of manufacturing. At the end of life please dispose of this product in
an environmentally responsible way according to the national directive. Do not throw away this product with your household
waste. In case of doubt, please contact your dealer.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This overlock sewing machine is intended for household use only.
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