Empisal Designer 800 Instruction Manual
Designer 800 Sewing Machine
Congratulations on purchasing our Empisal Designer 800 Sewing Machine.
Each unit is manufactured to ensure safety and reliability. Before using this appliance
for the first time, please read the instruction manual carefully and keep it for future
reference.
Features of the machine include:
4-step buttonhole
108 stitch functions
Adjustable stitch length: 4mm
Adjustable stitch width: 5mm
Built-in LED light
Thread tension dial
Three needle positions at right, middle or left
Shuttle hook system
Front loading bobbin
Removal extension table
Storage compartment
Thread cutter
Foldable handle
Twin needle facility
Easy changing presser foot
Needle plate with guide lines
Manual reverse lever
Power switch
Soft machine cover included
Measurement guide on machine
Adjustable pressure for presser foot
Self-uncoupling bobbin winder
Accessories included
Versatile utility stitches
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic
safety precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
Read all instructions before using this sewing
machine.
DANGER -To reduce the risk of
electric shock:
1. This appliance should never be left
unattended when plugged in.
2. Always unplug this appliance from the
electric outlet immediately after using and
before cleaning.
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 required when this
appliance is used by or near children.
2.
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 centre 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 ("0") when
making any adjustments in the needle area,
such as threading needle, changing needle,
threading the 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.
12.
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
("0") position, then remove plug from
outlet.
15.
Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To
unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
This sewing machine is intended for household
use only.
List of contents
Parts diagram.................................................................................................................................................................................2-3
Accessories.................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Fitting the snap-in sewing table and spool pin ········································································································· 5
Connecting machine to power source. ··················································································································· 6
Two-step presser foot lever/ Adjusting the presser foot pressure.················································································· 7
Attaching the presser foot holder. ························································································································· 8
Winding the bobbin......................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Inserting bobbin............................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Changing the needle ········································································································································· 11
Threading the upper thread. ································································································································ 12
Thread tension.................................................................................................................................................................................13
Bringing up the lower thread ······························································································································· 14
Reverse sewing/ Removing the work/ Cutting the thread. ··························································································· 15
Matching needle I fabric I thread. ························································································································· 16
How to choose your pattern. ······························································································································· 17
Straight stitching and needle position ···················································································································· 18
Zigzag sewing. ················································································································································· 19
How to sew 4-step buttonholes. ··························································································································· 20
3-step zigzag. ·················································································································································· 21
Stitch selection. ················································································································································ 22
Smocking stitch ················································································································································ 23
Practical stitches ·············································································································································· 24
Darning ·························································································································································· 25
Attaching lace ·················································································································································· 26
Applique ························································································································································· 27
Twin needle.....................................................................................................................................................................................28
Patch work.......................................................................................................................................................................................29
Maintenance ··················································································································································· 30
Trouble shooting guide…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….31-32
Storing and servicing the machine ························································································································ 33
Warranty.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 34
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Parts diagram
1.
Thread tension dial
2.
Presser foot pressure
3.
Thread take-up lever
4.
Thread cutting
5.
Presser foot
6.
Needle plate
7.
Sewing table and accessory box
8.
Bobbin stopper
9.
Stitch length dial
10.
Stitch width dial
11.
Stitch display
12.
Reverse sewing lever
3
Parts Diagram
13.
Upper thread guide
14.
Presser foot lever
15. Handle
16. Bobbin winder
17. Spool pin
18. Handwheel
19 Pattern selector dial
20.
Power switch
21.
Main plug socket
22.
Bobbin thread guide
4
Accessories
Standard accessories
a.
4-step Buttonhole foot
b.
Butterfly shape screwdriver
c.
Seam ripper/brush
d.
Lubricate oil
e.
Needle x 3 pcs
f.
Bobbins x 3 pcs
g.
Twin needle
h.
Screwdriver(small)
i.
Screwdriver(large)
j. Edge/Quilting guide
k. Embroidering plate
I. Spool holder
m.
All-purpose foot
5
Fitting the snap-in sewing table and spool pin
Fitting the spool pin
Hold 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. (2)
Install The Spool pin
1.
Take out the spool pin from
the poly foam.
2.
Loosen the screw M4X18
as shown.
3.
Install the spool pin as
illustrated then tighten the
screw.
6
Connecting machine to power source
Caution:
Always make sure that the machine is unplugged from the power
source and the main switch is on "OFF" when the machine is not in
use and before inserting or removing parts.
-
This machine is equipped with a polarized plug which must be
used with an appropriate electrical outlet.
-
Connect the machine to a power source as illustrated (1&2).
-
The power switch is located above the terminal box. Your
machine will not operate unless this switch is on" I ". (1}
-
The sewing light turns on automatically when the main switch is on
"I".
-To start the machine, press the foot control (3}.The speed
of the machine is regulated by the amount of pressure
exerted on the foot control.
Attention:
Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt as to connect machine to
power source. Unplug power cord when machine is not in use.
Only the supplied foot control should be used with this
machine, use of any other control will void the warranty.
7
Two-step presser foot lever
When sewing several layers or thick fabrics, the presser
foot can be raised to a second stage for easy positioning of
the work. (A)
Adjusting the presser foot pressure
The presser foot pressure of the machine has been pre-set
and requires no particular readjustment according to the
type of fabric (light-or-heavy weight).
However, if you need to adjust the presser foot pressure, turn the
presser foot pressure dial as shown to the left.
For sewing very thin fabric, loosen the pressure by
turning the dial counter clockwise, and for heavy
fabric, tighten by turning it clockwise.
8
Attaching the presser foot holder
•Attention:
Turn the power switch to "OFF" before carrying out any of the operations
below.
Raise the needle to its highest position and raise the presser foot
lever. Attach the presser foot holder (b) to the presser foot bar (a). (1)
Attaching the presser foot:
Lower the presser foot holder (b) until the cut-out (c) is directly above
the pin (d). (2)
Lower the presser foot holder (b) and the presser foot (f) will engage
automatically.
Removing the presser foot:
Raise the presser foot.
Release the pressure foot by raising lever (e) located at the back of the
foot holder. {3)
Attaching the seam guide:
Attach the seam guide (g) in the slot as illustrated. Adjust the
distance as required for hems, pleats, etc..... (4)
9
Winding the bobbin
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Place an empty bobbin on the bobbin winder spindle.
Take the thread from the spool through the bobbin winder
tension disc. (1)
Wind the thread a few times by hand around the empty bobbin
in a clockwise direction. Push the bobbin to the right towards
the bobbin winding position. (2)
Press the foot control gently. The bobbin will stop winding
when it is full. Push the bobbin to the left to "sewing position"
and remove it.
•
Please Note:
When the bobbin winder spindle is in
"bobbin winding" position, the machine
will not sew and the hand wheel will not
turn. To start sewing, push the bobbin
winder spindle to the left (sewing
position).
a. Spool pin
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