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The thread in the needle keeps bursting each time
I think that your thread may be old or of not good quality. Try a good quality, non linty brand and rethread your machine. Clean your machine and oil according to your manual. Even treat your machine to a new needle.
Just bought a singer 8280
Usually universal, just be sure that it is a low shank because that is what your machine looks like to me. I looked up your manual online at
www.singerco.com and here is a little bit of advice. Go there and download a copy to your computer. That way, you will always have a copy when you need it. You can make ruffles by using your machine stitch length, just make it the longest stitch, loosen your top tension, then pull on the bottom thread. Or you can do a basting stitch by hand and pull the thread and distribute evenly, then machine stitch to lock it down. I haven't used a ruffler in years. Try it first and see if you like that idea before you invest in a ruffler. They can be pricey, try ebay for a used one but be sure that it is a low shank . I am also sure that Singer sells them too, 1-800-4singer. Good luck and happy sewing.
The thread is not locked
I know you do not want to hear it but your threading is not correct. Do this test, put the presser foot up, pull on the top thread it should pull smoothly,now put the presser foot down, pull the thread again and it should barely move. You have to make sure that the thread is getting the correct tension in the threading path and not tangled. Now check your bobbin threading, is the thread pulling smoothly? If, not see the way your bobbin is unwinding, do you have it in backwards? By the way, how is your needle, when is the last time you changed it? Do so now and make sure that it right size for your material and inserted right, flat side face the rear. Have you done any maintenance? Like oiling, cleaning out lint and such? Refer to your manual for oiling points. If, you do not have a manual go to
www.singerco.com and download a free one and enlarge the diagrams to see everything really clear and save a copy. Singer have excellent customer service, and can be reached at 1-800-4singer.
Hello,
My 8289 machine keeps
I know that you think that your machine is threaded right, but 99%of the time it is not . You have to make sure that the thread is in discs right, going down the machine . To check it, put your presser foot up, and pull on your top thread, it should move smoothly. Now, put the presser foot down and try it again, it should barely move. Also, put in a new needle, flat side facing to the rear. If, you need a copy of your manual go to
www.singerco.com and download it for free. Now, you can enlarge the diagrams of your threading path. Good luck
Needle broke and i changed
you said the needle broke, did you check in the needle plate where the feed dogs are if there was any needle fragments
also check in the bobbin area for needle fragments, take the bobbin case & bobbin out & clean the area
I plugged in my new
it could be the foot pedal, if it's still under warrenty I would suggest to take it back & get another one
I need a foot control
Depending on where you live they most likely have a sewing / vacuum shop that sells and repairs both . I would check with them and they can order it if they dont have one in stock.
How to thread bobbin
Go to
www.singerco.com and under customer support and click on manuals, put 8280 in box and download your manual for free. Save it to your computer and you will always one on hand.
You have a vertical bobbin you have to put the bobbin in the case and pull the thread through the guide. and you must insert it right, with the finger facing up. It is much easier to look at your manual to see this, because explaining it is very difficult because we do not know what you are doing.
Is pico edging possible in this machine
Yes, just adjust your width of your zig zag, and pattern. Practice on a scrap piece of your material for the look that you want. It is easier with a hemming foot but a zig zag foot will do just fine. Remember picot means "roosters beak". Good luck and have fun with it.
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