Singer 8280 Support Question
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Question posted by jillianbrand on March 2nd, 2013
My Singer 8280 Straight Stitch Fine, But Zig-zag Thread Loops And Sticks - Why?
When using zig-zag having checked tension, the thread loops and the needle sticks halfway into the base - where can the machine be oiled and cleared of any dust?
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Instruction Manual - Page 2
... appliance from the electric outlet immediately after using and before re-lamping. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. The sound pressure level under normal operating conditions is required around the sewing machine needle.
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Special care is 75dB(A). Do not unplug by the manufacturer as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and...
Instruction Manual - Page 5
... the upper thread...14 Thread tension ...16 Raising the bobbin thread ...18 Reverse sewing/ Remove the work/ Cutting the thread ...19 Matching needle/ fabric/ thread...20 How to choose your pattern ...22 Straight stitch and twin needle ...23 Zigzag stitching ...24 Blind hem/ lingerie stitch ...25 Sewing on buttons...26 Sew 4-step buttonholes...27 Zippers and piping...29 Mutlti-stitch zig-zag/ Bar...
Instruction Manual - Page 11
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Attention: Consult a qualified electrician if in the outlet, reverse the plug. Sewing light Press main switch (A) for power and light on " l ".
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Connecting machine to power source
Connect the machine to a power source as to connect machine to power source. The foot control must be used with the appropriate polarized outlet. (2)
Attention: Unplug power cord when machine ...
Instruction Manual - Page 13
... (A) según se ilustra. (1) -
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2 8 Remove the screw (A) as illustrated. (1) - Should there be any problem, ask your local dealer for advice. Changing the bulb
Disconnect the machine from the power supply by removing the plug from the main socket!
Sustituir la bombilla con otra del mismo tipo de 10 vatios (tensió...
Instruction Manual - Page 19
... front to left channel (4). Now pass thread behind the thin wire needle clamp guide (6) and then down right channel and up left through pre-tension spring as by not doing so several sewing problems could result.
- Pull about 6-8 inches of thread on the holder with built in thread cutter. (7)
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Instruction Manual - Page 21
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Upper thread tension Basic thread tension setting: "4" To increase the tension, turn the dial to the next number down. Turn dial to higher number.
For all sewing will drop too much.
B. Thread tension too loose for zig zag and decorative sewing. Normal thread tension for straight stitch sewing. For zig zag and decorative sewing stitch functions, thread...
Instruction Manual - Page 23
...threads to bring the bobbin thread up through the needle plate hole (2). Gently pull on the upper thread ... o en el brazo removible de la meza. Raising the bobbin thread
Hold the upper thread with the left hand. Gire el volante (1) hacia usted (a ...) lowering, then raising needle.
Note: If it is difficult to raise the bobbin thread, check to make sure the thread is not trapped by the hinged ...
Instruction Manual - Page 25
..., carpet thread. (Use heavy foot pressure-large numbers.)
IMPORTANT: Match needle size to thread size and weight of fabric. Matching needle/ fabric/ thread
NEEDLE, FABRIC, THREAD SELECTION GUIDE NEEDLE SIZE
FABRICS
THREAD
9-11 (70-80)
Lightweight fabrics-thin cottons, voile, serge, silk, muslin, Qiana, interlocks, cotton Light-duty thread in center needle straight stitch or a narrow zig zag...
Instruction Manual - Page 32
... pattern selector dial.
Note: Density varies according to use heavy thread or cord for fine or stretchy fabrics. - Use seam ripper and cut buttonhole open from one step to set stitch density.
Slightly reducing upper thread tension will produce better results. -
The zig-zag should sew over the heavy thread or cord. (5)
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Instruction Manual - Page 36
...needle clamp screw (b). Note: Free motion darning is accomplished without repositioning the quilt.
Sew a straight or zigzag stitch following your machine. (1) Install the darning plate (2) and Remove the presser foot clamp. (3) Attach the darning foot to the presser foot holder.
A darning hoop is used...For darning, first sew around the edge of the hole (to secure the threads). (5) First ...
Instruction Manual - Page 39
...template (plastic stencil) to your machine. For better control use un aro, as a Darning and...el prensatela si esta cosiendo sin un pie. The above techniques are sewing without a foot. Las técnicas anteriores se usan para unir las... fabric and guide it by hand, allowing you are used to stitch in any direction. Para tener mejor control use a hoop, as well as í como el pie...
Instruction Manual - Page 43
...When seam is complete, raise the needle to it's highest, raise the presser foot and pull the upper and lower threads to sew the length required. Pattern: Straight Stitch - Puntada: Recta - Repita este .... Secure thread ends. Largo de la puntada: La más larga
Instrucciones para coser: Use esta técnica para fruncir elásticos, mangas anchas etc. Gathering
Machine Preparation: ...
Instruction Manual - Page 45
...threads must always be serviced at the points (6) (1-2 drops) with sewing machine oil. Open the hinged front cover and unscrew the needle plate screw withe the screw driver. (1)
Cleaning the feed dog: Remove the bobbin case and use... bobbin and replace the stitch plate. Maintenance
Attention: Disconnect the machine from the electricity supply by removing the plug from the electricity supply.
Instruction Manual - Page 47
... bobbin and bobbin case 3. Check the threading 2. Only use good quality sewing machine oil 4. The needle is not correctly threaded 3. The needle is noisy
The machine jams
1. Loosen lower thread tension as described in the hook
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Correction
1. Lubricate as described 2. The lower thread tension is too tight
Skipped stitches
Needle breaks
Loose stitches
Seams gather or pucker...
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