Sears 385.17724 owner manual Important Safety nNSTRUCTIONS, Into

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IMPORTANT SAFETY nNSTRUCTIONS

Your sewing machine is designed and constructed only for HOUSEHOLD use.

Read all instruction before using this sewing machine.

DAN

G E _- To reduce the risk of electric shock:

t.An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always

unplug this appliance from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.

2.

Always

unplug before

relamping.

Replace

bulb

with

same type

rated

 

15 Watts.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.

Do not reach for the appliance

that has

fallen

into

water.

Unplug

 

immediately.

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.Do not place or store appliance where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink. Do not place {n or drop into water or other liquid.

WAR Ni NG- To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock,

or miury to persons.

t.Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this appliance is used by or near children.

2_ Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manuat.

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

opening

blocked.

Keep

 

ventilation

openings

of the

sewing

machine

and

foot

controller

free from

 

accumulation

of

tint,

dust,

and

loose cloth.

 

 

 

 

5.Never drop or Insert any object into any opening.

6.Do not use outdoors.

7.Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.

8.To disconnect, turn all controls to the off ('0") position, then remove p!ug from outlet.

9.Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord,

10.Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine needle.

11.Always use the proper needle ptate. 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 _t to break.

14.Switch the sewing machine off ("O") when making any adjustment in

the needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like.

15.Always unplug the sewing machine from the electrical .outlet when

removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other adjustments

mentioned in the instruction manual.

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