ELNA 683 Manuel D'instructions page 3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Your Elna 683/686 overlock machine is designed and constructed for
HOUSEHOLD use only. Read all instructions before using this overlock
DANGER -
To reduce the risk
of electrical shock:
1. Your overlock machine should never be
left unattended when plugged in.
2. Always unplug the machine from the
electrical outlet immediately after using
and before cleaning.
3. Always unplug before replacing light
bulb. Replace bulb with same type
rated 120 Volts/15 watts.
4. Do not reach for the machine if it has
fallen into water. Unplug immediately.
5. Do not place or store machine where it
can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.
Do not place it in or drop it into water or
other liquid.
WARNING -
To reduce the risk
of burns, fire, electrical shock or injury:
1. Do not allow the machine to be used as
a toy. Supervision is necessary when
this machine is used by or near
children.
2. Use this machine only for its intended
use as described in this manual. Use
only attachments recommended by the
manufacturer as described in this
manual.
3. Never operate this machine if it has a
damaged cord or plug, is not working
properly, has been dropped or
damaged, or dropped into water.
Return the machine to the nearest
authorized dealer or service center for
examination, repair, electrical or
mechanical adjustment.
FOR USA -
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other). To reduce the risk of
electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does
not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to
install the proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
machine.
4. Never operate the machine with any air
opening blocked. Keep ventilation
openings of the machine and foot
control free from accumulation of lint,
dust and fibers.
5. Keep fingers away from all moving
parts. Special care should be used
around the needle and cutting blades.
6. Do not use bent needles.
7. Do not pull or push fabric while
stitching. This may deflect the needle
causing it to break.
8. Switch off the machine when making
any adjustment in the needle area,
such as threading needle, changing
needle position, threading looper,
changing presser foot, etc.
9. Always unplug the machine from the
electrical outlet when removing covers,
lubricating or when making any other
servicing adjustments mentioned in this
instruction manual.
10. Never drop or insert any object into any
opening.
11. Do not use outdoors. Always store your
machine indoors.
12. Do not operate where aerosol (spray)
products are being used or where
oxygen is being administered.
13. To disconnect, switch machine off, then
remove plug from outlet.
14. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To
unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
15. This machine is equipped with a special
connection cord which, if damaged,
must be replaced by an identical cord.
This can be obtained from an
authorized dealer or service center.
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