Singer 8280 User manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety should always be
followed, including the following:
Read all instructions before using this sewing machine.
To reduce the risk of electric shock:
1. An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in.
. Always unplug this appliance from the electric outlet immediately
after using and before cleaning.
3. Always unplug before re-lamping. Replace bulb with same type
rated 10 watts (110-1 0V area) or 15 watts ( 0- 40V area).
This sewing machine is intended for household use only.
DANGER-
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING- To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or
injury to persons:
1. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary
when this appliance is used by or near children.
. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this
manual. Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer
as contained in this manual.
3. Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is
not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped
into water.
Return the appliance to the nearest authorized dealer or service
center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
4. Never operate the appliance with any air openings blocked. Keep
ventilation openings of the sewing machine and foot controller free
from accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.
5. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required
around the sewing machine needle.
6. Always use the proper needle plate, The wrong plate can cause
the needle to break.
7. Do not use bent needles.
8. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle
causing it to break.
9. Switch the sewing machine off ("O") when making any
adjustments in the needle area, such as threading needle,
changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and
the like.
10. Always unplug sewing machine from the electrical outlet when
removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other user
servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.
11. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
1 . Do not use outdoors.
13. Do not operate where aerosol spray products are being used or
where oxygen is being administered.
14. To disconnect, turn all controls to the off ("O") position, then
remove plug from outlet.
15. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not
the cord.
16. The sound pressure level under normal operating conditions is
75dB(A).

Congratulation
As the owner of a new Singer sewing machine, you are
about to begin an exciting adventure in creativity.
From the moment you first use your machine, you will
know you are sewing on one of the easiest to use sewing
machines ever made.
May we recommend that, before you start to use your
sewing machine, you discover the many advantages and
the ease of operation by going through this instruction
book, step by step, seated at your machine.
To ensure that you are always provided with the most
modern sewing capabilities, the manufacturer reserves the
right to change the appearance, design or accessories of
this sewing machine when considered necessary.
SINGER IS A REGISTERED
TRADEMARK OF THE SINGER
COMPANY LIMITED
Copyright 001
All rights reserved throughout the world.
©
Felicitacione
Como propietario/ a de una nueva máquina de coser
Singer, ud acaba de iniciar una gran oportunidad para
plasmar su creatividad.
Desde el momento en que utilice por primera vez su
máquina, se dará cuenta de que está cosiendo con una de
las más fáciles de utilizar máquinas de coser nunca antes
conocida.
Para cerciorarse de que siempre dispondrá de las más
modernas capacidades para coser, el fabricante se reserva
el derecho de cambiar la apariencia, diseño y accesorios de
está máquina cuando lo considere necesario.
SINGER ES UNA MARCA REGISTRADA DE SINGER
COMPANY LIMITED
Copyright © 001
Todos los derechos reservados para todos los países.
Le recomendamos encarecidamente que, antes de comenzar
a utilizar su máquina de coser, conozca las numerosas
ventajas y su facilidad de uso leyendo detenidamente este
manual de instrucciones, paso a paso, sentado ante su
máquina.

Li t of content
Principal parts
How to choose your pattern
of the Machine................................................................................................................................................................................................................. /3
the snap-in sewing table .............................................................................................................................................................................................................5
Two-step presser foot lifter/ .....................................................................................................................................................................9
Inserting and changing needles ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................13
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Straight stitch and twin needle ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 3
Zigzag stitching ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 4
Blind hem/ lingerie stitch .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Sew 4-step buttonholes............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 7
Applique and blindstitch applique.............................................................................................................................................................................................................33
Quilting functions......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................34
Mending ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................35
Staystitching.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................36
Traditional PinTucks.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................37
Gathering .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................38
Couching ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................39
Maintenance.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................40
Accessories................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................4
Connecting machine to power source........................................................................................................................................................................................................6
Changing the bulb ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
Attaching the presser foot holder .............................................................................................................................................................................................................10
Winding the bobbin ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................11
Inserting the bobbin..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................1
Threading the upper thread......................................................................................................................................................................................................................14
Thread tension .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................16
Reverse sewing/ Remove the work/ Cutting the thread ...........................................................................................................................................................................
Matching needle/ fabric/ thread................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 0
Sewing on buttons.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Zippers and piping.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Mutlti-stitch zig-zag/ Bar tack ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................30
Free motion darning, stippling..................................................................................................................................................................................................................31
Decorative stitches...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................3
Trouble shooting guide.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................4
Installing
Adjusting presser foot pressure
Raising the bobbin thread

1. Thread tension dial
. Presser foot pressure adjustment
3. Thread take-up lever
4. Thread cutter
5. Presser foot
6. Needle plate
7. Removable sewing table/ accessory storage
8. Reverse sewing lever
9. Bobbin stopper
10. Stitch length dial
11. Pattern selector dial
Principal part of the machine
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Detalle de la máquina
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Disco de tensión
Ajuste del prensatelas de presión
Palanca tensora del hilo
Cortahilos
Prensatelas
Placa de la aguja
Mesa de coser convertible/ almacenamiento para accesonio
8 Placa frontal
Tapón de bobina
Disco de largo de puntada
Disco selector de dibugo

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Principal part of the machine
1 . Horizontal spool pin
13. Bobbin winder
14. Handwheel
15. Power and light switch
16. Main plug socket
17. Bobbin thread guide
18. Upper thread guide
19. Face plate
0. Handle
1. Presser foot lever
. Foot speed control
3. Power cord
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Portabobinas
Bobinadora
Volante
Interruptor principal y de la luz
Enchufe de conexión a la red
Guía del hilo superior
Guía de la devanada
Palanca para coser hacia átras
Asa de transporte
Elevador del prensatelas
Control de la velocidad de arrastre
Cable de alimentación
Detalle de la máquina

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Acce orie
Standard acce orie (1) Optional acce orie (2)
a. All purpose foot
b. Zipper foot
c. Buttonhole foot
d. Button sewing foot
e. L-screwdriver
f. Seam ripper/ brush
g. Oil bottle
h. Pack of needles
I. Bobbin (3x)
j. Seam guide
k. Darning plate
l. Spool holder
(These 6 accessories are not
supplied with this machine; they are
however available as special
accessories from your local dealer.)
m. Quilting foot
n. Overcasting foot
o. Hemmer foot
p. Blind hem foot
q.
r. Darning foot
Satin stitch foot
Acce orie
Acce orio e tándar (1) Acce orio opcionale (2)
a. Prensatelas universal
b. Prensatelas para cremalleras
c. Prensatelas para ojales
d. Prensatelas para coser botones
e. Destornillador en L
f. Rasgador de costuras/ cepillo
g. Aceitera
h. Paquete de agujas
i. Canilla (3x)
j. Guía de costura
k. Plancha de zurcido
l. Portacarrete
m.
n. Prensatelas para sobrehilar
o. Pie para ruedos
p. Pie para puntada ciega
q. Prensatelas de puntada de raso
r. Prensatelas de zurcido
(Estos 6 accesorios no se suministran
con esta máquina.
Sin embargo, están disponibles como
accesorios especiales a través de su
distribuidor local.)
Prensatelas de acolchado
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abcd
006806008 006905008 006909008 006914008
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006803008 006800008
pqr
00601600800681 008
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006916008
006804008

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In talling the nap-in ewing table
Keep the snap-in sewing table horizontal, and push it in the direction of the
arrow. (1)
The inside of the snap-in sewing table can be utilized as an accessory box.
To open, lift up at the point of the arrow. ( )
In talación de la me a de co er convertible
Mantenga horizontal la mesa de coser convertible y empújela en la dirección
de la flecha. (1)
El interior de la mesa puede utilizarse como almacenamiento para
accesorios.
Para abrirla, elévela siguiendo la dirección de la flecha. ( )

Connect the machine to a power source as illustrated. (1)
This appliance is equipped with a polarized plug which must be used with the
appropriate polarized outlet. ( )
Unplug power cord when machine is not in use.
The foot control pedal regulates the sewing speed. (3)
Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt as to connect machine to power
source.
Unplug power cord when machine is not in use.
The foot control must be used with the appliance by 4C-316B (110-1 0V
area) / 4C-3 6G ( 30V area) / 4C-316C or 4C-3 6C ( 0- 40V area)
manufactured by MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC (TAIWAN) CO., LTD.
Press main switch (A) for power and light on " l ".
For appliance with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To
reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized
outlet only one way. If it does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If
it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet.
Do not modify the plug in any way.
Attention:
Foot control
Attention:
Sewing light
IMPORTANT NOTICE
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Connecting machine to power ource
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A
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Polarized attachment plug
Conductor intended
to be grounded

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C
Disconnect the machine from the power supply by removing the plug from
the main socket!
Replace bulb with same type rated 10 watts (110-1 0V area) or 15 watts
( 0- 40V area).
- Remove the screw (A) as illustrated. (1)
- Remove the face plate (B).
- Unscrew the bulb and install a new one (C). ( )
- Replace the face plate and tighten screw.
Should there be any problem, ask your local dealer for advice.
Changing the bulb
B
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Cambio de la bombilla
Desconecte la máquina de la alimentación principal retirando el conector
desde la toma de corriente.
- Afloje el tornillo (A) según se ilustra. (1)
- Retire la placa frontal (B).
- Desenroscar la bombilla e instalar una nueva (C). ( )
- Volver a colocar la placa frontal y apretar el tornillo.
Si surge algún problema, consulte con su distribuidor local.
Sustituir la bombilla con otra del mismo tipo de 10 vatios (tensión de 110-
1 0V área) o 15 vatios (tensión de 0- 40V área).