Operation Manual

Safety
Operating Instructions 911-210 - 01.0 - 11/2015 9
2 Safety
This section contains basic instructions for your safety. Read the instruc-
tions carefully before setting up, programming, maintaining, or operating
the machine. Make sure to follow the information included in the safety in-
structions. Failure to do this can result in serious injury and damage to the
machine.
2.1 General safety instructions
Only authorized persons may use the machine. Every person who works
with the machine must have read the operating instructions first.
The machine may only be used as described in these instructions.
The operating instructions must be available at the machine's location at
all times.
Also observe the safety instructions and the operating instructions of the
drive motor's manufacturer.
Observe the generally applicable safety and accident prevention regula-
tions and the legal regulations concerning industrial safety and the protec-
tion of the environment.
All warnings on the machine must always be in legible condition and may
not be removed. Missing or damaged labels must be replaced immediate-
ly.
For the following work, the machine must be disconnected from the power
supply using the main switch or by disconnecting the power plug:
• Threading
• Replacing the needle or other sewing tools
• Leaving the workplace
• Performing maintenance work and repairs
Inspect the machine while in use for any externally visible damage. Inter-
rupt your work if you notice any changes to the machine. Report any
changes to your supervisor. A damaged machine may not be used any
more.
Machines or machine parts that have reached the end of their service life
must not continue to be used. They have to be disposed of correctly and
in accordance with the applicable statutory provisions.