General safety instructionsThe non-observance of the following safety instructions can causebodily injuries or damages to the machine.1. The machine must only be commissioned in full knowledge of theinstruction book and operated by persons with appropriate training.2. Before putting into service also read the safety rules andinstructions of the motor supplier.3. The machine must be used only for the purpose intended. Use ofthe machine without the safety devices is not permitted. Observe allthe relevant safety regulations.4. When gauge parts are exchanged (e.g. needle, presser foot, needleplate, feed dog and bobbin) when threading, when the workplace isleft, and during service work, the machine must be disconnectedfrom the mains by switching off the master switch or disconnectingthe mains plug.5. Daily servicing work must be carried out only by appropriatelytrained persons.6. Repairs, conversion and special maintenance work must only becarried out by technicians or persons with appropriate training.7. For service or repair work on pneumatic systems, disconnect themachine from the compressed air supply system (max. 7-10 bar).Before disconnecting, reduce the pressure of the maintenance unit.Exceptions to this are only adjustments and functions checks madeby appropriately trained technicians.8. Work on the electrical equipment must be carried out only byelectricians or appropriately trained persons.9. Work on parts and systems under electric current is not permitted,except as specified in regulations DIN VDE 0105.10. Conversion or changes to the machine must be authorized by usand made only in adherence to all safety regulations.11. For repairs, only replacement parts approved by us must be used.12. Commissioning of the sewing head is prohibited until such time asthe entire sewing unit is found to comply with EC directives.13. The line cord should be equipped with a country-specific mainsplug. This work must be carried out by appropriately trainedtechnicians (see paragraph 8).It is absolutely necessary to respect the safetyinstructions marked by these signs.Danger of bodily injuries !Please note also the general safety instructions.