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| *'''Entanglement''' – ensure that loose clothing, long hair, or any other dangling/loose items do not become entangled in the machine. Hair that extends below the collar should be tied up. | | *'''Entanglement''' – ensure that loose clothing, long hair, or any other dangling/loose items do not become entangled in the machine. Hair that extends below the collar should be tied up. |
| *'''Eye Injury''' – needles can break if they hit a solid object while sewing. The broken tip can fly off and become lodged in your eye. Wear safety glasses when using the sewing machines. | | *'''Eye Injury''' – needles can break if they hit a solid object while sewing. The broken tip can fly off and become lodged in your eye. Wear safety glasses when using the sewing machines. |
− | *Do not sew over pins. This can break or bend the needle. | + | *While it is improbable that you use pins with this machine, do not sew over pins. This can break or bend the needle. |
| *Ensure the needle you are using is undamaged. | | *Ensure the needle you are using is undamaged. |
| *Make sure the needle is installed correctly. | | *Make sure the needle is installed correctly. |
− | *Verify that you are using the correct presser foot. When changing out the presser foot, manually check that the needle’s travel will clear the foot before using the foot pedal. | + | *Be very careful to keep loose clothing and hair away from the pulley. If it grabs a loose sleeve, it could break your hand; if it grabs you hair, it could remove a piece your scalp. No dangling necklaces or earrings either! (Don't make me explain this.) |
− | *Do not run thick fabrics or many layers of fabric through a standard sewing machine. Use the industrial sewing machine for these applications.
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| *When you finish using the sewing machine, disconnect the power cable from both the machine and the wall outlet/power strip. Coil the power cable neatly on the table. | | *When you finish using the sewing machine, disconnect the power cable from both the machine and the wall outlet/power strip. Coil the power cable neatly on the table. |
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