Operation Manual

Safety instructions
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3 Safety instructions
This section contains basic instructions for your safety. Read the
instructions carefully before setting up, programming, maintaining
or operating the machine. Make sure to follow the information
included in the safety instructions. Failure to do this can result
in serious injury and damage to the machine.
3.1 General safety instructions
The machine may only be used as described in this manual.
The operating manual must be available at the machine's location
at
all times.
Work on live components and equipment is prohibited.
Exceptions are defined in the specificatio
ns in DIN VDE 0105.
For the following work, the machine must be disconnected from
the
power supply using the main switch or by disconnecting the
power plug:
• Replacing the needle or other sewing tools
• Leaving the workplace
• Performing maintenance work and repairs
Missing or faulty spare parts could impair safety and damage
the machine. Therefore only use original spare parts from
the manufacturer.
Transportation Use a lifting carriage or forklift to
transport the machine. Raise
the machine max. 20 mm and secure it against slipping off.
Set-up The connecting cable must have a power plug approved in
the specific country. The power plug may only be connected
to the power cable by a qualified specialist.