Sewing Machine Model SA200 INSTRUCTION MANUAL & REFERENCE GUIDE Simplicity Sewing Machine Education Helpline: 636-651-0030
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using the sewing machine, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING MACHINE DANGER - To reduce risk of electric shock: 1. The sewing machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. 2. Always unplug this sewing machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning. 3. Always unplug before changing the light bulb. Replace bulb with same type rated 15 watts.
FORWARD WELCOME TO THE CREATIVE WORLD OF SEWING WITH SIMPLICITY! 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 customer service to ensure you many pleasurable hours of sewing satisfaction and success.
TABLE OF CONTENTS KNOW YOUR SIMPLICITY SEWING MACHINE SEWING PRINCIPAL PARTS ............................................................4-5 SEWING TIPS ....................................................................14 ACCESSORIES .....................................................................6 BEGINNING TO SEW........................................................14 SIMPLICITY SEWING MACHINE SET-UP NEEDLE, THREAD & FABRIC GUIDE ................................15 PREPARATION FOR SEWING .
KNOW YOUR SIMPLICITY SEWING MACHINE O O O OO 2 3 4 5 6 FRONT VIEW O 7 O 1 O O 15 14 O O O O O 8 13 12 11 10 O 9 O O 16 20 O 17 O O 19 18 BACK VIEW 4
KNOW YOUR SIMPLICITY SEWING MACHINE FRONT VIEW O 1 O 2 O 3 O 4 O 5 O 6 O 7 O 8 O 9 O 10 O 11 O 12 FACE COVER Opens to provide access to the light bulb and the presser foot pressure regulator. BOBBIN WINDING TENSION DISC Used when threading machine for bobbin winding. O THREAD TENSION DIAL Controls the upper thread tension for proper stitch formation. O REVERSE LEVER Press this lever down and hold in place to sew in reverse.
KNOW YOUR SIMPLICITY SEWING MACHINE ACCESSORIES 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. O 1 1 O 3 O 2 O O 2 O 3 O 4 5 O O 4 O 5 O 6 6 O O 7 O 8 7 O O 9 8 O 10 9 O 6 O 10 O ALL-PURPOSE FOOT - snap-on Use for most straight and zigzag seams. The needle opening is rectangular to accommodate the swing of the needle in a zigzag stitch.
SIMPLICITY SEWING MACHINE SET-UP The Simplicity sewing machine has many conversion options for a multitude of sewing applications. PREPARATION FOR SEWING on/off Fig. 1 Fig. 2 The power cord and foot control are one unit. Insert the three-prong plug into the machine [Fig. 1]. Insert the power supply plug into a wall outlet. Turn the power switch to “on” [Fig.1]. Raise the left retractable thread spool pin for most sewing [Fig. 2].
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]. Slip the sleeve or pant leg on the free arm as shown and sew [Fig. 2]. Accessories and presser feet are conveniently stored in the free-arm cover [Fig.3]. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3 Fig. 4 Fig. 5 Fig. 6 Fig. 7 Fig.
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. STITCH SELECTION STITCH WIDTH SELECTOR DIAL [Fig. 1] The stitch width selector dial is numbered 0 - 5, representing the various stitch widths in millimeters. The higher the number, the wider the stitch.
SIMPLICITY BASIC STITCH SELECTION STITCH Straight Zigzag Bartack Zipper Appliqué Monogram Buttonhole Button STITCH WIDTH 0 0.5-5 4-5 0 3-5 4-5 2-5 4-5 STITCH LENGTH 1-4 1-4 n/a 3 1 n/a 0.5-1 n/a PRESSER FOOT Any Zipper Open Toe None Open Toe Button Attaching Up Up Down Up Down All-Purpose All-Purpose Open Toe DROP FEED Up Up Down TENSION ADJUSTMENTS The upper thread tension dial controls the amount of needle thread delivered to the bobbin case.
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. WINDING THE BOBBIN Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3 Fig. 4 Fig. 5 Fig. 6 Fig. 7 Fig. 8 1.
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]. 3. Open the hinged latch of the bobbin case and pull the bobbin case out of the machine [Fig. 2]. 4. Release the latch to remove the bobbin [Fig. 3]. Inserting a new bobbin: 1. Hold the bobbin case in your left hand. Hold the filled bobbin in your right hand [Fig. 4].
THREADING YOUR SIMPLICITY SEWING MACHINE UPPER THREADING Fig. 1 Threading Diagram Fig. 2 Fig. 4 Fig. 5 Fig. 6 Fig. 7 Fig. 9 Fig. 10 Fig. 11 Fig. 3 Fig. 8 1. Turn the handwheel toward you to raise the take-up lever to its highest position [Fig. 1]. 2. Raise the presser foot to release the thread tension [Fig. 2]. 3. Place felt cushion on spool pin. Place a spool of thread on the spool pin with the thread coming from the back of the spool [Fig. 3]. 4.
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 tips you'll want to follow: SEWING TIPS • Always begin sewing with the needle in the highest position.
SEWING NEEDLE, THREAD & FABRIC GUIDE Knit Fabrics NEEDLE STYLE NEEDLE SIZE Lightweight: Tricot Universal or Ballpoint 9/65, 10/70 Medium: Interlock, Lycra Universal or Ballpoint 11/75, 12/80, 14/90 Heavyweight: Double Knit, Velour Universal or Ballpoint 12/80, 14/90 Fake Furs, Napped Fabrics Universal or Ballpoint 14/90, 16/100 NEEDLE STYLE NEEDLE SIZE Woven Fabrics Sheer: Chiffon, Fine Lace, Tulle, Georgette, Net, Organdy, Organza Universal 8/60, 9/65 Lightweight: Batiste, Chambray, Voi
BUILT-IN STITCHES STRAIGHT STITCH SEAMING Use for seaming two or more layers of fabric together. STITCH WIDTH STITCH LENGTH PRESSER FOOT 0 2.5-3.5 All-purpose 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. Backstitch at the end of the seam [Fig. 2].
BUILT-IN STITCHES STRAIGHT STITCH GATHERING Create beautiful ruffles and flounces with the gathering technique. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 STITCH WIDTH STITCH LENGTH PRESSER FOOT 0 4 All-purpose 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. 1]. Do not backstitch. Gently pull the bobbin thread from the underside of the fabric [Fig. 2]. Adjust gathers evenly by pushing the fabric along the stitching.
BUILT-IN STITCHES ZIGZAG STITCH OVEREDGING The zigzag stitch is handy for overedging facings, hems, and seam allowances to minimize raveling. STITCH WIDTH STITCH LENGTH PRESSER FOOT 3-5 2 All-purpose Position the fabric under the presser foot so the right swing of the stitch forms just inside the edge of the fabric [Fig. 1]. Test the position by turning the handwheel toward you and manually "walking" the needle before you begin sewing. Sew, guiding the fabric evenly. Fig.
BUILT-IN STITCHES ZIGZAG STITCH ATTACHING BUTTONS Use this foot to quickly and securely attach flat buttons. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3 Fig. 4 STITCH WIDTH DROP FEED PRESSER FOOT 5 Lowered Button Attaching 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. 1]. Turn the handwheel to make sure the needle clears the hole, and sew several stitches to secure threads.
BUTTONHOLE SEWING ZIGZAG STITCH BUTTONHOLES Make simple bartack buttonholes with the Simplicity Pioneer II. STITCH WIDTH STITCH LENGTH PRESSER FOOT 1.5 and 5 0.5-1 Open Toe 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. 2]. 3. Position the fabric under the presser foot so the first bartack marking is just under the needle and the center mark is centered under the foot [Fig. 3].
FREE-MOTION SEWING Darning or free-motion sewing and quilting are easily accomplished by lowering the feed teeth and removing the presser foot and presser foot holder [Fig. 1]. This allows “free” movement of the fabric in any direction. There is no need to adjust the stitch length because you will actually be guiding the fabric movement. Use freemotion sewing to monogram, embroider, quilt, or darn. FREE-MOTION MONOGRAMMING Fig. 1 Fig. 3 Fig. 2 Fig.
SPECIALTY SEWING TECHNIQUES CHANNEL QUILTING Quilt fabrics using the seam guide to sew evenly spaced, parallel rows of stitching. STITCH WIDTH STITCH LENGTH PRESSER FOOT 0 3 All-purpose w/sewing guide Insert the seam guide into the presser foot holder (see page 7). Set the guide the desired distance from the needle by sliding it to the right or left. After sewing a row of stitching, move the fabric to the right, placing the curved arm of the bar on the previous row of stitches [Fig. 1]. Fig.
CARE and MAINTENANCE To ensure the best possible operation of your machine, it is necessary to keep the essential parts clean at all times. Disconnect the machine from the power source before performing any maintenance. NEEDLES Fig. 2 Fig. 1 Race Shuttle keepers CLEANING FEED TEETH and SHUTTLE AREA Shuttle Shuttle race cover Bobbin case Shuttle area Fig. 3 The Simplicity sewing machine uses standard sewing machine needles (15x1).
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 . . . Use a larger needle Needle is inserted incorrectly . . . . . . . Reinsert needle with flat side toward back Needle is damaged . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Insert new needle Thread is caught on spool pin . . . . . . .
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Possible Cause Solution IRREGULAR STITCHING AND FEEDING Thread is of poor quality . . . . . . . . . . . Use quality thread Presser foot pressure is too light . . . . . Increase presser foot pressure to a higher number Bobbin is not threaded correctly . . . . . Thread bobbin again and check for proper insertion Fabric is being pulled during sewing . . Check for proper foot pressure; make sure feed teeth are raised and operating correctly; lengthen stitch length.
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