Safety
Service Instructions 967 - 02.0 - 12/2015 5
2 Safety
This chapter contains basic information for your safety. Read the instruc-
tions carefully before setting up or operating the machine. Make sure to 
f
ollow the information included in this section. Failure to do so can result 
in serious injury and property damage.
2.1 Basic safety instructions
The machine may only be used as described in these instructions.
The instructions should be available at th
e machine's location at all times.
Work on live components and equipment is prohibited
. Exceptions are de-
fined in the DIN VDE 0105.
For the following work, the machine must be disconnected from the power 
supp
ly 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
Missing or faulty spare parts could impair safety and damage the machine. 
Make sure
 you only use original replacement parts from the manufacturer.
Transport Use a sturdy lifting carriage or stacker for transporting the machine. Raise 
the machine max. 20 mm and secure it against slipping off.
Setup The power cable must have a plug authorized for the country in which the 
machine is being used. The power plug may only be connected to the 
power cable by qualified specialists.
Obligations 
of the operator
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 should be 
replaced immediately.
Requirements to 
be met by the 
personnel 
The machine may only be set up by qualified specialists.
Maintenance work and repairs may only be carried out by qualified 
s
pecialists. 
Work on electrical equipment may only be carried out by qualified specialists.
Only authorized persons may work on the machine. Every person who 
works o
n the machine must first have understood these instructions.