1. Observe the basic safety measures, including, but not limited to the following ones, whenever you
use the machine.
2. Read all the instructions, including, but not limited to this instruction manual before you use the
3. Use the machine after it has been ascertained that it conforms with safety rules/standards valid in
4. All safety devices must be in position when the machine is ready for work or in operation. The
operation without the specified safety devices is not allowed.
5. This machine shall be operated by appropriately-trained operators.
6. For your personal protection, we recommend that you wear safety glasses.
7. For the following, turn off the power switch or disconnect the power plug of the machine from the
For threading needle(s), looper, spreader etc. and replacing bobbin.
For replacing part(s) of needle, presser foot, throat plate, feed dog etc.
For replacing part(s) of looper, spreader, needle guard, folder, cloth guide etc.
For repair work.
When leaving the working place or when the working place is unattended.
When using clutch motors without applying brake, it has to be waited until the motor
8. If you should allow oil, grease, etc. used with the machine and devices to come in contact with
your eyes or skin or swallow any of such liquid by mistake, immediately wash the contacted areas
9. Tampering with the live parts and devices, regardless of whether the machine is powered, is
10. Repair, remodeling and adjustment works must only be done by appropriately trained technicians
or specially skilled personnel. Only spare parts designated by CHIKON can be used for repairs.
11. General maintenance and inspection works have to be done by appropriately trained personnel.
12. Repair and maintenance works of electrical components shall be conducted by qualified electric
technicians or under the audit and guidance of specially skilled personnel.
13. Before making repair and maintenance works on the machine equipped with pneumatic parts such
as an air cylinder, the air compressor has to be detached from the machine and the compressed air
supply has to be cut off. Existing residual air pressure after disconnecting the air compressor from
the machine has to be expelled. Exceptions to this are only adjustments and performance checks
done by appropriately trained technicians or specially skilled personnel.
14. Periodically clean the machine throughout the period of use.
15. Grounding the machine is always necessary for the normal operation of the machine. The
machine has to be operated in an environment that is free from strong noise sources such as high-
16. An appropriate power plug has to be attached to the machine by electric technicians. Power plug
has to be connected to a grounded receptacle.
17. The machine is only allowed to be used for the purpose intended. Other used are not allowed.
18. Remodel or modify the machine in accordance with the safety rules/standards while taking all the
effective safety measures. CHIKON assumes no responsibility for damage caused by remodeling
or modification of the machine.
Putting sewing systems into operation is prohibited until it has been ascertained that the sewing
systems in which these sewing machines will be built into, have conformed with the safety regulations
in your country. Technical service for those sewing systems is also prohibited.
1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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