Simplicity SA200 User Manual
Sewing Machine Model SA200
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
& REFERENCE GUIDE
Simplicity S e
wing 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 w
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.
WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:
1. Do not allow this machine to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when the
sewing machine is used by or near children.
2. Use this sewing machine 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 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.
4. Never operate the sewing machine with any air openings blocked. Keep the ventilation
openings of the sewing machine and foot controller free from the accumulation of lint, dust
and loose cloth.
5. Never drop or insert any object into any openings.
6. Do not use this machine outdoors.
7. Do not operate this machine where aerosol spray products are being used or where oxygen
is being administered.
To disconnect, turn all controls to the off position then remove the plug from the outlet.
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Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
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Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing
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hine needle.
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Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.
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Do not use a bent needle.
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Do not pull or push the fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing it to break.
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Unplug the sewing machine when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as
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threading the needle, c
Always unplug the sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers,
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lubricating, or w
instruction manual.
hanging the needle, threading the bobbin, or changing the presser foot.
hen making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in this
hen plugged in.
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FORWARD
WELCOME TO THE CREATIVE WORLD OF SEWING WITH SIMPLICITY!
Congr
new to sewing, a lifelong sewer, or returning to sewing, we at Simplicity Sewing
Machines are dedicated to providing y
tomer service to ensure you many pleasurable hours of sewing satisfaction and success.
Before starting a sewing project, here are a few recommendations to help you become
acquainted with your new machine:
atulations on being the owner of a new Simplicity sewing machine. Whether you’re
ou with simply the BEST features, quality, and cus-
• Read through the instruction book and become familiar with the sewing
terms.
• Review the machine, using the instruction book as a guide, to identify each
part and function of the machine.
• Practice sewing on a variety of fabric scraps using various stitches and stitch
settings.
• Make a stitch sampler of your favorite techniques in the instruction book,
marking your machine setting preferences for future reference.
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Thank you for choosing a Simplicity sewing machine.
If you have any questions or comments, give us a call – we’ll be glad to help you!
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Simplicity Sewing Machine Education Department
636-651-0030
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
KNOW YOUR SIMPLICITY SEWING MACHINE
PRINCIPAL PARTS............................................................4-5
ACCESSORIES .....................................................................
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
LEVELING BAR....................................................................8
OM STITCH SELECTION
CUST
STITCH SELECTION ............................................................9
Stitch width selector dial..............................................9
Stitch length dial ..........................................................9
Needle plate seam guides............................................9
Reverse sewing lever....................................................9
STITCH SELECTION TABLE ...............................................10
TENSION ADJUSTMENTS .................................................10
Upper thread tension dial ..........................................10
Lower thread tension .................................................10
THREADING YOUR MACHINE
WINDING THE BOBBIN...................................................11
LOWER THREADING........................................................12
Removing the bobbin.................................................12
Inserting new bobbin .................................................12
Placing bobbin case in shuttle ...................................12
UPPER THREADING..........................................................13
Raising the bobbin thread..........................................13
SEWING
SEWING TIPS ....................................................................14
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BEGINNING TO SEW........................................................14
NEEDLE, THREAD & F
ABRIC GUIDE ................................15
BUILT-IN STITCHES
STRAIGHT STITCH............................................................16
Seaming.....................................................................16
Basting.......................................................................16
Topstitching and edgestitching ...................................16
Gathering...................................................................17
Zipper insertion .........................................................17
Piping insertion..........................................................17
ZIGZAG STITCH ...............................................................18
Overedging................................................................18
Bartacking..................................................................18
Satin stitch for appliqué .............................................18
Attaching buttons.......................................................19
Seaming knits.............................................................19
BUTTONHOLE SEWING...................................................20
FREE-MOTION SEWING
FREE-MOTION MONOGRAMMING.................................21
FREE-MO
DARNING.........................................................................21
TION QUILTING................................................21
SPECIALTY SEWING TECHNIQUES
CHANNEL QUIL
HEMMING JEANS
SEWING WITH
TING .......................................................22
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TWO THREADS........................................22
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
NEEDLES
CLEANING FEED
CHANGING
OILING
TROUBLESHOO
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TEETH AND SHUTTLE AREA.................23
THE LIGHT BULB .........................................23
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TING .................................................24-25
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KNOW YOUR SIMPLICITY SEWING MACHINE
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KNOW YOUR SIMPLICITY SEWING MACHINE
FRONT VIEW
1 FACE COVER
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Opens to provide access to the light bulb and the
presser foot pressure regulator.
12 PRESSER FOOT HOLDER
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Holds the snap-on presser foot in sewing position.
The presser foot holder is removed when using
screw-on feet.
2 BOBBIN WINDING TENSION DISC
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Used when threading machine for bobbin winding.
3 THREAD TENSION DIAL
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Controls the upper thread tension for proper stitch
formation.
4 REVERSE LEVER
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Press this lever down and hold in place to sew in
reverse.
5 STITCH WIDTH SELECTOR DIAL
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Sets the width of a stitch.
6 BOBBIN WINDER SPINDLE
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Winds thread on a bobbin for lower threading.
7 HAND WHEEL
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Turn the hand wheel toward you to raise the
needle up and down.
8 STITCH LENGTH DIAL
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Sets the length of the stitch.
13 NEEDLE PLATE
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Supports the fabric while sewing. Has seam guide
markings on right side.
14 PRESSER FOOT THUMB SCREW
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Secures the presser foot or presser foot holder to
the presser foot bar.
15 NEEDLE CLAMP SCREW
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Loosen to remove a needle; tighten to secure a
needle in position.
BACK VIEW
16 CARRY HANDLE
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Simply lift to carry the Simplicity sewing
machine from one place to another
17 PRESSER FOOT LEVER
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Lift to raise the presser foot and release the thread
tension; lower to lower the presser foot and engage
the thread tension.
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9 FREE-ARM COVER/ACCESSORY STORAGE
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Provides a flat surface for most sewing. Remove
it to convert to free-arm sewing.
10 FEED TEETH (FEED DOGS)
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The metal teeth under the needle plate that push
or feed the fabric through the machine.
11 PRESSER FOOT
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Holds the fabric firmly against the feed teeth for
proper feeding.
18 POWER CORD RECEPTACLE
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Connect the three-prong power plug here.
19 MAIN SWITCH
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Turns the main power and built-in sewing light
on or off.
20 RETRACTABLE SPOOL PINS
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Raise the spool pins to hold the spools of thread.
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KNOW YOUR SIMPLICITY SEWING MACHINE
ACCESSORIES
The SIMPLICITY sewing machine comes with the presser feet and accessories you will need,
veniently stored in the free arm cover. This low shank machine uses snap-on or screw-on presser feet.
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ALL-PURPOSE FOOT - snap-on
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Use for most straight and zigzag seams. The needle
opening is rectangular to accommodate the swing of the
needle in a zigzag stitch.
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BUTTON ATTACHING FOOT - snap-on
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Holds flat buttons secure for machine stitching in place.
3
OPEN TOE SATIN STITCH FOOT - snap-on
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Satin stitching glides comfortably under the sole of this
foot and the open toe provides clear visibility of stitches.
4
ZIPPER FOOT - screw-on
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Adjusts to stitch close to either side of the zipper without
catching the zipper coil.
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SEAM GUIDE
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Use to sew evenly spaced, parallel rows of stitching.
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PLASTIC BOBBINS (10)
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Hold lo
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SEAM RIPPER
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Use to remove stitching and to open buttonholes.
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SCREWDRIVER
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Use to loosen and tighten the presser foot thumb screw,
needle clamp screw, and needleplate screw.
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FELT CUSHIONS (2)
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Fit on the spool pin beneath the thread spool, stabilizing
the spool and preventing the thread from wrapping
around the spool pin.
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NEEDLES (5)
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The most commonly used “universal” needles, size #11 and
#14, are included. This machine uses 15x1 household
sewing machine needles.
wer thread. These are “Class 15” bobbins.
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SIMPLICITY SEWING MACHINE SET-UP
The Simplicity sewing machine has many conversion options for a multitude of sewing
applications.
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PREPARATION FOR SEWING
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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]. Raise both the left and right retractable thread
spool pins for twin needle or dual thread sewing.
CHANGING PRESSER FEET
Your Simplicity sewing machine comes with both snapon and screw-on presser feet. They're easy to change
and each foot helps make a specific sewing task easier.
Removing and Attaching Snap-on Presser Feet
1. Turn the handwheel toward you [Fig. 3] to bring the
needle to its highest position.
2. Raise the presser foot lever [Fig. 4].
3. Release the foot by pushing the presser foot release
lever located behind the presser foot holder [Fig. 5].
4. Place the desired foot on the needle plate, aligning
the metal bar on the presser foot with the groo
the presser foot holder [Fig. 6].
5.
Lower the presser foot lever to snap the foot in place.
Removing and Attaching Screw-on Presser Feet
1. Loosen the thumb screw located on the left side of the
presser foot on the presser foot bar [Fig. 7]. You may
need to use the screwdriver. It is not necessary to
remove
Remove the presser foot holder and foot [Fig. 8].
3.
4. Attach the desired screw-on presser foot onto the
presser bar.
Tighten the thumb screw with the screwdriver to hold
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the presser foot securely in place [Fig. 9].
Note: After attaching a presser foot, select the desired
stitc
make sure the needle clears the opening in the foot. Some
presser feet require a straight or narrow width stitch only.
the screw all the way.
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ATTACHING SEAM GUIDE
Insert the guide, from right to left, through the small
hole near the back of the presser foot holder [Fig. 10].
Fig. 10
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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
Slip the sleeve or pant leg on the free arm as sho
sew [Fig. 2]. Accessories and presser feet are conv
stored in the free-arm cover [Fig.3].
PRESSER FOOT PRESSURE REGULATOR
The pressure on the presser foot can be adjusted for sewing
on various weights of fabric to ensure proper fabric feeding
and eliminate skipped stitches.
1. Open the face cover [Fig. 4].
2. Move the lever until the desired number is displayed in
the opening of the lever [Fig. 5]. Standard setting is 2
for most sewing. To increase pressure, move to a higher
number. To decrease pressure, move to a lower number.
Set lever at 1 for heavyweight fabrics.
Set lever at 2 for mediumweight fabrics.
Set lever at 3 for lightweight fabrics.
Set lever at 0 for darning and free-motion sewing.
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DROP FEED
The drop feed mechanism lowers the feed teeth below the
needleplate for darning, free-motion
gramming and free-motion quilting. This eliminates the
need to make stitch length adjustments. When the feed
teeth are lowered, the fabric is guided by hand, allowing
free movement of the fabric in any direction.
1. Turn the handwheel toward you to raise the needle to
its highest position.
2. Open the face cover and set the presser foot pressure
regulator to 0.
Remove the free arm cover and open the front bobbin
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cover [Fig. 6].
Push down on the drop feed lever and the feed teeth
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will drop below the needle plate [Fig. 7].
5. Push the lever up to return to normal sewing.
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LEVELING BAR
If the machine is not sitting on a level surface, turn the
leveling screw to stabilize the machine.
Remove the free arm to access the screw under the
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leveling bar [Fig. 8].
2. Turn the screw to the right to lower the machine.
Turn the screw to the left to elevate the machine.
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