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  • Page 1 Designer 800 Sewing Machine...
  • Page 2 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:...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic Keep fingers away from all moving parts. safety precautions should always be followed, Special care is required around the sewing including the following: machine needle. Read all instructions before using this sewing Always use the proper needle plate.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    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..................................

  • Page 5: Parts Diagram

    Parts diagram Thread tension dial Stitch length dial Presser foot pressure Stitch width dial Thread take-up lever Stitch display Thread cutting Reverse sewing lever Presser foot Needle plate Sewing table and accessory box Bobbin stopper...
  • Page 6 Parts Diagram Power switch Upper thread guide Main plug socket Presser foot lever 15. Handle Bobbin thread guide Bobbin winder Spool pin Handwheel 19 Pattern selector dial...

  • Page 7: Accessories

    Accessories Standard accessories I. Spool holder 4-step Buttonhole foot Butterfly shape screwdriver m. All-purpose foot Seam ripper/brush Lubricate oil Needle x 3 pcs Bobbins x 3 pcs Twin needle Screwdriver(small) Screwdriver(large) j. Edge/Quilting guide k. Embroidering plate...

  • Page 8: Fitting The Snap-In Sewing Table And Spool Pin

    Fitting the snap-in sewing table and 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) Fitting the spool pin Install The Spool pin Take out the spool pin from...

  • Page 9: Connecting Machine To Power Source

    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.

  • Page 10: Two-Step Presser Foot Lever/ Adjusting The Presser Foot Pressure

    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).

  • Page 11: Attaching The Presser Foot Holder

    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).

  • Page 12: Winding The Bobbin

    Winding the bobbin ....·--- ---- ... 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.

  • Page 13: Inserting Bobbin

    Inserting the bobbin ■ Attention: Turn power switch to "OFF" before inserting or removing the bobbin. When inserting or removing the bobbin, the needle must be fully raised. Open the hinged cover. (1) Hold the bobbin case with one hand. Insert the bobbin so that the thread runs in a clockwise direction (arrow).

  • Page 14: Changing The Needle

    Changing the needle ■ Caution: Turn power switch to "OFF" before inserting or removing the needle. Replace the needle at the first sign of thread breakage or skipped stitches. Select the correct type and size of needle for the fabric to be sewn. Turn the balance wheel towards you until the needle is at its highest position.

  • Page 15: Threading The Upper Thread

    Threading the upper thread Caution: Before threading, turn power switch to "OFF". Raise the needle bar to its highest position. Follow exactly the numbered threading sequence illustrated below. If you skip a step or fail to properly engage the thread in any of the thread guides, the machine will not sew properly.

  • Page 16: Thread Tension

    Thread tension Note: The bobbin thread tension has been adjusted at the factory and readjustment usually required. Lower thread tension To test the bobbin thread tension, remove the bobbin case and bobbin from the machine and hold the bobbin case suspended by the thread.

  • Page 17: Bringing Up The Lower Thread

    Bringing up the lower thread Hold the upper thread with the left hand. Turn the handwheel towards you with your right hand until the needle goes down and comes up again to its highest position. (1) -Lightly draw the needle thread forming a loop with the bobbin thread.

  • Page 18: Reverse Sewing/ Removing The Work/ Cutting The Thread

    Reverse sewing Reverse sewing is used for locking the end of seams and where reinforcement is needed. At the end of seam, press down the reverse sewing lever and touch the foot control lightly. Sew a few reverse stitches. Release the lever and the machine will sew forwards again (A).

  • Page 19: Matching Needle I Fabric I Thread

    Matching needle I fabric I thread NEEDLE, FABRIC, THREAD SELECTION GUIDE NEEDLE SIZE FABRICS THREAD 9-11(65-75) Lightweight fabrics-thin cottons, voile, Light-duty thread in cotton, serge, silk, muslin, Oiana, interlocks, nylon or polyester. cotton knits, tricots, jerseys, crepes, woven polyester, shirt blouse &...

  • Page 20: How To Choose Your Pattern

    How to choose your pattern For straight stitch select pattern "A" with pattern selector dial (4). Adjust the stitch length with the stitch length dial (2). You may choose any needle position, by turning the stitch width dial (1). For zigzag stitch, select pattern "B" with pattern selector dial (4).

  • Page 21: Straight Stitching And Needle Position

    Straight stitching and needle position Turn the pattern selector dial so that the stitch display shows the straight stitch position. Generally speaking, the thicker the fabric, thread and needle, the longer the stitch should be. Choose your needle position, from left position to right needle position by changing the stitch width dial (1) "5".

  • Page 22: Zigzag Sewing

    Zigzag sewing urn the pattern selector dial to "8". Function of stitch width dial. The maximum zigzag stitch width for zigzag stitching is "5"; however, the width can be reduced on any pattern. The width increases as you move zigzag dial from "0" - "5". For twin needle sewing, never set the width wider than "3.5".

  • Page 23: How To Sew 4-Step Buttonholes

    How to sew 4-step buttonholes Prepare Take off the all-purpose foot and attach the buttonhole foot. Measure diameter and thickness of button and add 0.3 cm (1/8") for bar tacks; mark buttonhole size on fabric. Place fabric under the foot, so that marking on the buttonhole foot aligns with starting marking on fabric.

  • Page 24: 3-Step Zigzag

    3-step zigzag Sewing on lace and elastic, darning, mending, reinforcing edges. Set the machine as illustrated. Pattern selector on "C". Place patch in position. The stitch length can be shortened to produce very close stitches. (1) When mending tears, it is advisable to use a piece of backing fabric to reinforce.

  • Page 25: Stitch Selection

    Stitch selection Triple straight stitch: (1/3) Pattern selector on "A". For hardwearing seams. Turn the stitch length dial to "S1". The machine sews two stitches forwards and one stitch backwards. This gives triple reinforcement. Triple zigzag: (2/4) Pattern selector on "8". For hardwearing seams, hems and decorative seams.

  • Page 26: Smocking Stitch

    Smocking stitch Seams, hems, T-shirts, underwear, etc. Set the machine as illustrated. This stitch can be used for all types of jersey as well as for woven fabrics. (1) Sew at 1 cm (1/4") from the fabric edge and trim the surplus fabric. Pattern selector on "C".

  • Page 27: Practical Stitches

    Practical stitches Set the machine as illustrated. Turn the switch width dial and stitch length dial to suit the fabric. Shell hem (A) For decorative edges. Suitable for edges on sheer, fine and stretch fabrics. The larger stitch should go just over the edge of the fabric to create the shell effect. Crescent stitch (B) For a delicate edge finish along the edge of fabric.

  • Page 28: Darning

    Darning Turn stitch length dial to the desired length. Turn stitch selector to straight stitch, centre needle position. Position the fabric to be darned under the presser foot together with the under laying fabric to be used. Lower the presser foot and alternately sew forward or reverse using the lever.

  • Page 29: Attaching Lace

    Attaching lace Turn stitch length dial to the desired length. Turn the stitch selector to straight stitch, centre needle position. Fold in the edge of the fabric (approximately 6 mm 1/4"). Place the lace under the folded edge of the fabric allowing it to under lap the fabric slightly as required by the pattern of the lace.

  • Page 30: Applique

    Applique Turn stitch length dial to the desired length. Turn pattern selector dial to zigzag. Select a narrow zigzag width. Cut out the applique design and baste it to the fabric. Sew slowly around the edge of the design. • Trim excess material outside the stitching. Make sure not to cut any stitches. Remove the basting thread.

  • Page 31: Twin Needle

    Twin needle Turn stitch length dial to the desired stitch length. Turn stitch selector to straight stitch, centre needle position, width setting "2.5". Make sure that the two threads used to thread the twin needle are of the same weight. You can use one or two colours. Insert the twin needle in the same way as single needle.

  • Page 32: Patchwork

    Patchwork These stitches are used to join two pieces of fabric while leaving a space between their edges. 1. Fold over the edges of the two pieces of fabric for the hem and baste the edges to a thin piece of paper leaving a small space between them. "G".

  • Page 33: Maintenance

    Maintenance Caution: Always make sure that the machine is unplugged from power source and the main switch is on "0" before inserting or removing any parts and before cleaning. Remove the stitch plate: Turn the hand wheel until the needle is fully raised. Open the hinged front cover and unscrew the needle plate screw with the screw driver.

  • Page 34: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting guide Cause Problem Correction Upper thread breaks 1. The machine is not threaded 1. Rethread the machine correctly 2. Reduce the thread tension 2. The thread tension is too tight (lower number) 3. The thread is too thick for the 3.
  • Page 35 Seams gather or pucker 1. The needle is too thick for the 1. Select a finer needle fabric 2. Readjust the stitch length 2. The stitch length is wrongly 3. Loosen the thread tension adjusted 3. The thread tension is too tight Uneven stitches, uneven feed 1.

  • Page 36: Storing And Servicing The Machine

    STORING THE MACHINE Store the machine in its box or in a clean, dry place. Never wrap the power cord around the machine. SERVICING THE MACHINE If the unit is not operating correctly, please check the following: You have followed the instructions correctly. The wall socket is switched on.

  • Page 37: Warranty

    PLEASE AFFIX YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE/RECEIPT HERE IN THE EVENT OF A CLAIM UNDER WARRANTY THIS RECEIPT MUST BE PRODUCED W A R R A N T Y Home of Living Brands (Pty) Ltd (“Home of Living Brands”) warrants to the original purchaser of this product (“the customer”) that this product will be free of defects in quality and workmanship which under normal personal, family or household use and purpose may manifest within a period of 1 (one) year from the date of purchase...

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