CAUTION

Sewing

This sewing machine should only be used by

Attach all safety devices before using the sewing

operators who have received the necessary training

machine. If the machine is used without these

in safe use beforehand.

devices attached, injury may result.

The sewing machine should not be used for any

Do not touch any of the moving parts or press any

applications other than sewing.

objects against the machine while sewing, as this

Be sure to wear protective goggles when using the

may result in personal injury or damage to the

machine.

machine.

Secure the table so that it will not move when tilting

If goggles are not worn, there is the danger that if a

needle breaks, parts of the broken needle may enter

back the machine head. If the table moves, it may

your eyes and injury may result.

crush your feet or cause other injuries.

Turn off the power switch at the following times.

Use both hands to hold the machine head when

The machine may operate if the treadle is

tilting it back or returning it to its original position. If

depressed by mistake, which could result in injury.

only one hand is used, the weight of the machine

When threading the needle

head may cause your hand to slip, and your hand

may get caught.

When replacing the bobbin and needle

 

When not using the machine and when leaving

If an error occurs in machine operation, or if

 

the machine unattended

abnormal noises or smells are noticed, immediately

If using a work table which has casters, the casters

turn off the power switch. Then contact your nearest

Brother dealer or a qualified technician.

should be secured in such a way so that they

 

cannot move.

If the machine develops a problem, contact your

 

 

nearest Brother dealer or a qualified technician.

Cleaning

Turn off the power switch before carrying out

Be sure to wear protective goggles and gloves when

cleaning. The machine may operate if the treadle is

handling the lubricating oil and grease, so that they

depressed by mistake, which could result in injury.

do not get into your eyes or onto your skin,

Secure the table so that it will not move when tilting

otherwise inflammation can result.

Furthermore, do not drink the oil or eat the grease

back the machine head. If the table moves, it may

under any circumstances, as they can cause

crush your feet or cause other injuries.

vomiting and diarrhea.

 

Use both hands to hold the machine head when

Keep the oil out of the reach of children.

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.

 

Maintenance and inspection

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

Always be sure to turn off the power switch and then wait one minute before opening the motor cover. If you touch the surface of the motor, it may cause burns.

If the power switch needs to be left on when carrying out some adjustment, be extremely careful to observe all safety precautions.

Secure the table so that it will not move when tilting back the machine head. If the table moves, it may crush your feet or cause other injuries.

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.

When replacing parts and installing optional accessories, be sure to use only genuine Brother parts.

Brother will not be held responsible for any accidents or problems resulting from the use of non-genuine parts.

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.

To prevent accidents and problems, do not modify the machine yourself.

Brother will not be held responsible for any accidents or problems resulting from modifications made to the machine.

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