CAUTION
Sewing
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 start switch is pressed by mistake, which could re- sult in injury.
•When threading the needle
•When replacing the bobbin and needle
•When not using the machine and when leav- ing the machine unattended
Do not get on the table.
Table may be damaged.
Secure the machine with the adjustment bolts on the sound floor before use the machine so that it will not move.
Attach all safety devices before using the sew- ing 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.
Do not touch the pulse motor and sewing ma- chine bed section during operation or for 30 min- utes after operation. Otherwise burns may result.
If an error occurs in machine operation, or if ab- normal 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.
Cleaning
Turn off the power switch before starting any cleaning work, otherwise the machine may op- erate if the start switch is pressed by mistake, which could result in injury.
Be sure to wear protective goggles and gloves when handling the lubricating oil or grease, so that no oil or grease gets into your eyes or onto your skin, otherwise inflammation can result.
Furthermore, do not drink the oil or grease un- der any circumstances, as they can cause vom- iting and diarrhoea.
Keep the oil out of the reach of children.
Maintenance and inspection
Maintenance and inspection of the sewing ma- chine should only be carried out by a qualified technician.
Ask your Brother dealer or a qualified electri- cian to carry out any maintenance and inspec- tion 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.
If the power switch needs to be left on when carrying out some adjustment, be extremely careful to observe all safety precautions.
Use only the proper replacement parts as speci- fied by Brother.
If any safety devices have been removed, be ab- solutely sure to
Any problems in machine operation which re- sult from unauthorized modifications to the ma- chine will not be covered by the warranty.
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