GETTING READY———————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————14Turning on the machinePrepare the included power cord.aMake sure that the sewing machine is turnedoff (the main power switch is set to “ ”),and then plug the power cord into the powersupply jack on the right side of the machine.bInsert the plug of the power cord into ahousehold electrical outlet.a Main power switchb Power cordcPress the right side of the main power switchon the right side of the machine (set it to “|”).X The sewing light and the LCD come onwhen the machine is turned on.Memo● When the machine is turned on, the needleand the feed dogs will make a sound whenthey move; this is not a malfunction.Turning off the machineWhen you are finished using the sewing machine,turn it off. In addition, before transporting the sewingmachine to another location, be sure to turn it off.aMake sure that the machine is not sewing.b Press the left side of the main power switch onthe right side of the machine (set it to “ ”).X The sewing light and the LCD go offwhen the machine is turned off.cUnplug the power cord from the electricaloutlet.Grasp the plug when unplugging the powercord.dUnplug the power cord from the powersupply jack.Note● If a power outage occurs while the sewingmachine is being operated, turn off thesewing machine and unplug the powercord. When restarting the sewing machine,follow the necessary procedure to correctlyoperate the machine.(For U.S.A. only)● This appliance has a polarized plug (oneblade wider than the other). To reduce therisk of electrical shock, this plug is intendedto fit in a polarized outlet only one way. Ifthe plug does not fit fully in the outlet,reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,contact a qualified electrician to install theproper outlet. Do not modify the plug in anyway.