WARNING

To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock or injury to persons:

• To operate the machine always use the supplied power cable. USA and Canada only: Do not connect power plug NEMA 1-15 to circuits exceeding 150 Volt to ground.
• This machine may only be used for the purpose described in this instruction manual.
• Only use the machine in dry rooms.
• Do not use the machine in a damp condition or in a damp environment.
• Do not use this machine as a toy. You must take extra care if the machine is being used by children or in the vicinity of children.
• This machine may be used by children eight years of age and older as well as persons with restricted physical, sensory or mental capacities or lack of experience and knowledge under supervision or having received instruction on the safe use of the machine and the resulting hazards.
• Children are not allowed to play with the machine.
• Cleaning and maintenance work must not be carried out by children unless they are supervised.
• Do not use this machine if the cable or plug is damaged, the machine is not functioning correctly, it is dropped or becomes damaged or falls in water. Never operate this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Contact the nearest authorized bernette dealer to arrange further details.
• Only use the accessories recommended by the manufacturer.
• Do not use this machine if the ventilation openings are blocked. Keep all ventilation openings and foot control free of lint, dust and loose cloth.
• Do not insert any objects into the openings of the machine.
• Do not place any objects on the foot control.
• Always use the machine with a foot control of this type 21381.
• Do not operate the machine where aerosol products (sprays) or oxygen are being used.
• Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the needle.
• Neither pull nor push the fabric while sewing. This can cause needle breakage.
• When making any adjustments in the needle area – such as such as threading the needle, changing the needle, threading the hook or changing the presser foot – turn power switch to 0.
• Do not use bent needles.
• Always use an original bernette stitch plate. The wrong stitch plate can cause needle breakage.
• To disconnect, turn power switch to «0» and then remove the plug from the outlet. Do not unplug by pulling the cord, instead grasp the plug to pull it from the outlet.
• Disconnect the plug before removing or opening the covers, oiling the machine or performing any cleaning or maintenance work described in this instruction manual.
• This machine is double-insulated (except for USA, Canada and Japan). Use only original replacement parts. Note the information on maintaining double-insulated products.