they have a phoenix maual here for a 283. from what I have seen most manuals run 15-25 bucks.these I think are for 10 bucks. Some brands work simialr maybe these might be of some help. that guy is not one to deal with for sure. sorry ran out of time to search further for today, good luck ravonda
http://www.tias.com/vintage-sewing/m...anuals/page/3/