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Page 1: Instruction Manual
Sewing Machine Model SA200 INSTRUCTION MANUAL & REFERENCE GUIDE Simplicity Sewing Machine Education Helpline: 636-651-0030... -
Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
3. Never operate this sewing machine 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 sewing machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, and electrical or mechanical adjustment. - Page 3 Congratulations on being the owner of a new Simplicity sewing machine. Whether you’re new to sewing, a lifelong sewer, or returning to sewing, we at Simplicity Sewing Machines are dedicated to providing you with simply the BEST features, quality, and cus- tomer service to ensure you many pleasurable hours of sewing satisfaction and success.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
KNOW YOUR SIMPLICITY SEWING MACHINE PRINCIPAL PARTS ...4-5 ACCESSORIES ...6 SIMPLICITY SEWING MACHINE SET-UP PREPARATION FOR SEWING ...7 CHANGING PRESSER FEET...7 Snap-on feet...7 Screw-on feet ...7 ATTACHING SEAM GUIDE ...7 FREE-ARM SEWING ...8 ACCESSORY STORAGE ...8 PRESSER FOOT PRESSURE REGULATOR ...8 DROP FEED ...8... -
Page 5: Know Your Simplicity Sewing Machine
KNOW YOUR SIMPLICITY SEWING MACHINE FRONT VIEW BACK VIEW... -
Page 6: Front View
Loosen to remove a needle; tighten to secure a needle in position. BACK VIEW CARRY HANDLE Simply lift to carry the Simplicity sewing machine from one place to another. PRESSER FOOT LEVER Lift to raise the presser foot and release the thread tension;... -
Page 7: Accessories
KNOW YOUR SIMPLICITY SEWING MACHINE The SIMPLICITY sewing machine comes with the presser feet and accessories you will need, conveniently stored in the free arm cover. This low shank machine uses snap-on or screw-on presser feet. ACCESSORIES ALL-PURPOSE FOOT - snap-on Use for most straight and zigzag seams. -
Page 8: Simplicity Sewing Machine Set-Up
SIMPLICITY SEWING MACHINE SET-UP The Simplicity sewing machine has many conversion options for a multitude of sewing applications. on/off Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3 Fig. 4 Fig. 5 Fig. 6 Fig. 7 Fig. 8 Fig. 9 Fig. 10 PREPARATION FOR SEWING The power cord and foot control are one unit. -
Page 9: Free-Arm Sewing
SIMPLICITY SEWING MACHINE SET-UP OPTIONS FREE-ARM SEWING/ACCESSORY STORAGE Free arm sewing makes it easy to sew hard-to-reach areas such as sleeves, pant legs, and necklines. To convert to free arm sewing, grasp the left end of the free-arm cover and pull it out to the left to remove [Fig. 1]. -
Page 10: Stitch Selection
SIMPLICITY CUSTOM STITCH SELECTION Each built-in stitch can be customized for specific sewing needs by making stitch length and stitch width adjustments. The machine is color-coded for easy stitch length and width selection. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 4 Fig. 5 STITCH WIDTH SELECTOR DIAL [Fig. -
Page 11: Simplicity Basic Stitch Selection
SIMPLICITY BASIC STITCH SELECTION STITCH Straight STITCH WIDTH STITCH LENGTH PRESSER FOOT DROP FEED TENSION ADJUSTMENTS The upper thread tension dial controls the amount of needle thread delivered to the bobbin case. Most thread tension adjustments should be made using the upper thread tension dial. -
Page 12: Winding The Bobbin
THREADING YOUR SIMPLICITY SEWING MACHINE For best sewing results, use a top quality, long staple, polyester or poly/cotton thread for all-purpose sewing. Skipped stitches, broken threads, and poor stitch quality are often a result of using old or inferior thread. Use the same type of thread for both upper and lower threading for a consistent stitch quality. -
Page 13: Lower Threading
THREADING YOUR SIMPLICITY SEWING MACHINE LOWER THREADING Removing the bobbin from the bobbin case: 1. Turn the handwheel toward you to raise the needle to its highest position. 2. Remove the free-arm cover and open the bobbin cover [Fig. 1]. -
Page 14: Upper Threading
THREADING YOUR SIMPLICITY SEWING MACHINE Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Threading Diagram Fig. 4 Fig. 5 Fig. 6 Fig. 7 Fig. 9 Fig. 10 Fig. 11 UPPER THREADING 1. Turn the handwheel toward you to raise the take-up lever to its highest position [Fig. 1]. -
Page 15: Sewing
Several synchronized parts of the sewing machine interact to form a stitch. The needle moves up and down as the shuttle spins in perfect time so that the bobbin thread interlocks with the needle thread through the layers of fabric. To maintain this perfectly tuned timing, here are a few sewing... -
Page 16: Needle, Thread & Fabric Guide
NEEDLE, THREAD & FABRIC GUIDE Knit Fabrics Lightweight: Tricot Medium: Interlock, Lycra Heavyweight: Double Knit, Velour Fake Furs, Napped Fabrics Woven Fabrics Sheer: Chiffon, Fine Lace, Tulle, Georgette, Net, Organdy, Organza Lightweight: Batiste, Chambray, Voile, Crepe de Chine, Silk Jersey, Handkerchief Linen, Sheer Crepe Medium Lightweight: Challis, Gingham, Taffeta, Percale,... -
Page 17: Built-In Stitches
STRAIGHT STITCH SEAMING Use for seaming two or more layers of fabric together. STITCH WIDTH STITCH LENGTH 2.5-3.5 Align the fabric edge with the seam guide marking on the needle plate and begin sewing [Fig. 1]. Take a few stitches in reverse (backstitch) to secure the seam. Continue stitching forward at a consistent speed, while guiding the fabric along the seam guide marking. -
Page 18: Gathering
Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3 Fig. 4 Fig. 6 Fig. 5 Fig. 7 BUILT-IN STITCHES GATHERING Create beautiful ruffles and flounces with the gathering technique. STITCH WIDTH Sew a row of basting stitches 1/4” away from the fabric edge. Sew a second row of basting stitches 1/2” away from the fabric edge [Fig. -
Page 19: Zigzag Stitch
ZIGZAG STITCH OVEREDGING The zigzag stitch is handy for overedging facings, hems, and seam allowances to minimize raveling. STITCH WIDTH STITCH LENGTH Position the fabric under the presser foot so the right swing of the stitch forms just inside the edge of the fabric [Fig. -
Page 20: Attaching Buttons
Fig. 2 Fig. 1 Fig. 3 Fig. 4 Seaming knits Fig. 5 BUILT-IN STITCHES ATTACHING BUTTONS Use this foot to quickly and securely attach flat buttons. STITCH WIDTH Attach the button sewing foot. Set the stitch width to 0. Position the button and fabric under the foot. Position the needle over the left hole [Fig. -
Page 21: Buttonhole Sewing
ZIGZAG STITCH BUTTONHOLES Make simple bartack buttonholes with the Simplicity Pioneer II. STITCH WIDTH STITCH LENGTH 1.5 and 5 0.5-1 1. Mark the location of buttonhole on your garment [Fig. 1]. 2. Attach the open toe foot. Set the stitch length dial to the buttonhole mark between 0 and 1 [Fig. -
Page 22: Free-Motion Sewing
FREE-MOTION SEWING Fig. 2 Fig. 1 Fig. 3 Fig. 4 Fig. 5 Note: Relax your shoulders and breathe while you work. Place hands firmly around the hoop, using your index and middle fingers to guide the fabric. Be sure to lower the presser foot lever before sewing! Darning or free-motion sewing and quilting are easily accomplished by lowering the feed teeth and removing the... -
Page 23: Specialty Sewing Techniques
HEMMING JEANS STITCH WIDTH STITCH LENGTH The size 14 needle, included with the Simplicity sewing machine, is designed for sewing through multiple layers of heavy fabric. Use it when hemming jeans to penetrate the fabric more easily when sewing over the dense side seam. -
Page 24: Care And Maintenance
Fig. 8 Fig. 7 NEEDLES The Simplicity sewing machine uses standard sewing machine needles (15x1). The size and type of your nee- dle should be compatible with the fabric (see page 15). Change the needle often – after every other project is a good habit. -
Page 25: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Possible Cause TOP THREAD BREAKS Machine is threaded incorrectly ..Rethread machine and needle Tension is too tight ....Reduce tension on top to a smaller number Thread is too heavy for needle size . - Page 26 Inferior oil has been used ..Clean and oil again. Use only fine sewing machine Needle is damaged ....Insert new needle Stitch length and/or width dials are set .
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