Operation Manual

Safety instructions

Operating Instructions 971 Version 00.0 - 03/2014

3 Safety instructions

This section contains basic instructions for your safety. Read the

instructions carefully before setting up or operating the machine.

Make sure to follow the information included in the safety instructions.

Failure to do so can result in serious injury and damage to the machine.

3.1 Basic safety instructions

The machine may only be used as described in these operating

instructions.

The operating instructions must be available at the machine's location

at all times.

Work on live components and equipment is prohibited. Exceptions are

defined in the specifications 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

• Threading

Incorrect 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.

Operator's

obligations

Observe the country-specific safety and accident prevention regulations

and the legal regulations concerning industrial safety and the protection

of the environment.

All warnings and safety signs on the machine must always be in legible

condition and may not be removed. Missing or damaged labels must

be replaced immediately.