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Setup and transporting precautions
Setup location
Set up the machine in a location that meets the following
requirements. (For the weight and dimensions of the machine
as well as the space required for installation, refer to
“SPECIFICATIONS” on page 109.)
• Allow sufficient space around the machine.
• Place no objects within the moving range of the
embroidery frame.
• Set-up machine near an electrical outlet.
• Use a level and stable surface, such as a desk or stand.
• Use a surface that can support the weight of the machine.
• Allow open space around the ventilation slots at the back
and on the rear underside of the machine.
Setting up the machine
When setting up the machine, adjust the legs so that the
machine is steady.
a
Make sure that all packing tape affixed to the machine
is peeled off and that all packing material is removed.
b
Set up the machine while making sure that there is
sufficient space around it.
For details on the setup location, refer to “Setup
location” on page 18 and “SPECIFICATIONS” on
page 109.
c
Adjust the legs so that the machine is steady.
Use the included wrench to loosen the lock nut on the
leg that you wish to adjust.
The foot can be turned.
d
Use the included wrench to turn the adjustable foot
nut on the foot.
Turning the nut in direction
1
lengthens the leg; turning
the nut in direction
2
shortens the leg.
• Adjust all four legs so that they securely contact the
desk or table, and the machine is level.
e
After adjusting the legs to the desired length, use the
included wrench to tighten the nuts.
SETTING UP THE MACHINE
CAUTION
• The transporting or setting up of the machine
should be performed by two people. When
transporting the machine, be sure to have two
people lift the machine from the bottom at the
indicated slots (
1
). Lifting the machine from
any other area may damage the machine or
result in the machine falling, which could
cause injuries.
• Do not plug in the power supply cord until
setup of the machine is completed, otherwise
injuries may result if the “Start/Stop” button is
accidentally pressed and the machine starts
embroidering.
• When lubricating the machine, wear protective
eyeglasses and gloves to prevent the oil or
grease from getting into your eyes or on your
skin. Do not put the oil or grease into your
mouth. Keep the oil and grease out of the reach
of children.
• In order to prevent malfunctions or damage,
do not set up the machine in a location
exposed to the following conditions.
- Liquids, such as water
- Extreme dust
- Direct sunlight
- Extremely high or extremely low
temperatures. The operating environment
should be between 5 °C (40 °F) and 40 °C
(104°F).
- Insufficient space (page 18, page 109)
- Objects within the moving range of the
embroidery frame
- Blocked ventilation slots at the back and on
the rear underside of the machine
- An unstable surface
1
Lock nut
2
Adjustable foot nut
1
Adjustable foot nut
1
Lock nut