Gallant User Manual
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mportant Safety Information
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. See the full Declaration of
Conformity in the Appendix.
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IMPORTANT
: Do not operate your Gallant quilting machine until you have completely read
the information contained in this manual. Please keep all packaging and order information for
warranty purposes.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this machine.
When using this machine, basic safety precautions should always be followed.
DANGER
— To reduce the risk of electric shock:
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A quilting machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug the machine from
the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
DANGER
— Pour réduire le risque de choc électrique :
• Une machine à quilter ne doit jamais être laissée sans surveillance lorsqu'elle est branchée.
Débranchez toujours la machine de la prise électrique immédiatement après usage et avant de la
nettoyer.
WARNING
— To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:
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It is recommended to have two people when lifting your Gallant.
Always lift from the throat of the machine, not from the handlebars or the needle bar area.
•
Always unplug the Gallant from the electrical outlet when performing any maintenance, changing the
needle, removing thread locks, or when left unattended.
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Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
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Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Use caution around the needle.
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Change the needle often. Do not use bent or dull needles. “Every quilt deserves a new needle” is
our motto.
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Switch the machine to the off (or symbol O), position to turn it off when making any adjustments in
the needle area, such as threading the needle, changing the needle, changing the bobbin, or changing
the hopping foot.
• Never drop or insert foreign objects into any opening.
• The Gallant should only be used indoors, away from moisture.
• The Gallant should not be stored or used in extreme temperatures.
• Use the Gallant only for its intended purpose as described in this manual.