Simplicity Pioneer II SA200 Mechanical Sewing Machine
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1. Fig 1 Fig 2 Fig 4 Fig 7 WINDING THE BOBBIN To release the clutch for bobbin winding pull out the handwheel until it clicks Fig 1 Place a spool of thread on the spool pin and bring the thread around the bobbin winding tension disc as shown Fig 2 Place the thread end through a small hole in the bobbin from the inside to the outside Fig 3 Place the bobbin on the bobbinwinder spindle matching the small groove on the bobbin with the spring on the spindle Fig 4 Push the spindle to the right Fig 5 Hold the end of the thread Fig 6 and depress the foot control Fig 7 When the thread has wound on the bobbin several times stop the machine and clip the thread end close to the hole in the bobbin Fig 8 Depress the foot control again to continue winding the bobbin When the bobbin is fully wound stop the machine Push the bobbinwinder spindle to the left clip the thread and remove the bobbin Fig 9 Reengage the clutch by pushing the handwheel until it clicks into place Fig 10 11 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 the2. Sewing Machine Model SA200 INSTRUCTION MANUAL amp 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 gt 3 The sewing machine should never be left unattended when plugged in Always unplug this sewing machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning 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 gt J 10 11 Te 13 14 15 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 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 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 Never operate the sewing machine with any air openings blocked Keep the ventilation open
3. 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 9 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 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 Fig 3 Fig 4 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 O for darning and free motion sewing DROP FEED The drop feed mechanism lowers the feed teeth below the needleplate for darning free motion embroidery mono gramming and free motion quilting This eliminates the need to make sti
4. a zigzag stitch BUTTON ATTACHING FOOT snap on Holds flat buttons secure for machine stitching in place OPEN TOE SATIN STITCH FOOT snap on Satin stitching glides comfortably under the sole of this foot and the open toe provides clear visibility of stitches ZIPPER FOOT screw on Adjusts to stitch close to either side of the zipper without catching the zipper coil SEAM GUIDE Use to sew evenly spaced parallel rows of stitching PLASTIC BOBBINS 10 Hold lower thread These are Class 15 bobbins SEAM RIPPER Use to remove stitching and to open buttonholes SCREWDRIVER Use to loosen and tighten the presser foot thumb screw needle clamp screw and needleplate screw FELT CUSHIONS 2 Fit on the spool pin beneath the thread spool stabilizing the spool and preventing the thread from wrapping around the spool pin NEEDLES 5 The most commonly used universal needles size 11 and 14 are included This machine uses 15x1 household sewing machine needles SIMPLICITY SEWING MACHINE SET UP The Simplicity sewing machine has many conversion options for a multitude of sewing applications PREPARATION FOR SEWING 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 Raise both the left and right re
5. 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 Unwind about six inches of thread making certain the thread unwinds over the top of the bobbin as illustrated Place the bobbin in the bobbin case 2 With the bobbin in the bobbin case pull the thread into the slot on the edge of the bobbin case Fig 5 3 Pull the thread under the tension spring and into the thread outlet Fig 6 Leave about six inches of thread extending from the bobbin case Note It s important to be sure the bobbin is turning CLOCKWISE Fig 7 as you pull thread from the bobbin case If it is turning counterclockwise remove the bobbin from the case turn the bobbin over place it back into the case and rethread the bobbin case Placing the bobbin case into the shuttle 1 Open the latch of the bobbin case and hold it with the long finger pointing upward Fig 8 Place the bobbin case over the pin of the shuttle aligning the long finger with the notch at the top of the shuttle Fig 9 2 Release the latch and push the bobbin case firmly into place Fig 10 Close the bobbin cover Note Be sure the bobbin thread about six inches falls loose from the bobbin case and is not caught or tangled in any way 12 THREADING YOUR SIMPLICITY SEWING MACHINE Threading Diagram UPPER THREADING Turn the handwheel towa
6. thread Fig 2 Holding threads firmly take three to five stitches in one spot Set the stitch width to 5 Begin sewing at a medium speed Move the hoop left to right forward and backward following the marked letter Fig 3 FREE MOTION QUILTING STITCH WIDTH DROP FEED PRESSER FOOT Baste or pin baste the fabric batting and backing together It is not necessary to place this in a hoop Select a design already in the fabric or transfer your own design using a template Continue with the directions above following the design line Fig 4 DARNING STITCH WIDTH DROP FEED PRESSER FOOT Place a stabilizer under the hole or tear Place the fabric under the foot Lower the foot and sew moving the fabric from left to right and up and down until the hole is completely covered Fig 5 Use a thread to match the fabric color for a nearly invisible mend 21 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 ESEE 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 HEMMING JEANS STITCH WIDTH STITCH LENGTH PRESSER FOOT 3 4 All purp
7. while guiding the fabric along the seam guide marking Backstitch at the end of the seam Fig 2 Use a shorter stitch length 2 3 when patchwork piecing Fig 3 or sewing sheer fabrics Use a longer stitch 3 5 4 when sewing heavy thick or napped fabrics such as denim polar fleece or velvet Fig 4 BASTING Use a basting stitch to sew temporary seams It is ideal to use when you need to test fit a garment before sewing the seams permanently STITCH WIDTH f STITCH LENGTH PRESSER FOOT Align the fabric edge with the seam guide markings and sew at a consistent speed Do not backstitch at the beginning or end of the seam After completing the permanent seam pull the basting stitch bobbin thread to remove the basting stitches Fig 5 TOPSTITCHING and EDGESTITCHING Embellish a garment or special project with topstitching Use a contrasting thread color for extra dimension STITCH WIDTH f STITCH LENGTH PRESSER FOOT To topstitch align the finished edge of the fabric with the right edge of the presser foot Lower the foot and sew Fig 6 To edgestitch place the fabric so the needle is 1 8 from the finished fabric edge Lower the foot and sew Fig 7 16 Fig 1 Fig 2 BUILT IN STITCHES Fig 7 STRAIGHT STITCH GATHERING Create beautiful ruffles and flounces with the gathering technique STITCH WIDTH STITCH LENGTH PRESSER FOOT Sew a row of basting stitches 1 4 away from the f
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9. EE MOTION MONOGRAMMING eeeeeaeoaaaeocaeece 21 PREEMONOROCHIRNO Zack 21 D o O E E A E EEE 21 SPECIALTY SEWING TECHNIQUES Saat nls MS CLC Coenen eee eevee rrr tere EPC 22 HEMMING JEANS areas OLE ZAJRZEC 22 SEWING WITH TWO THREAD Ss aan bala 22 CARE AND MAINTENANCE PIEEDEE paso A A A A A Cc 23 CLEANING FEED TEETH AND SHUTTLE AREA 23 CHANGING THE LIGHT BULB vsctssuscoorucss tiuen ss Ok 23 CENE ae err A GA OR Riot 23 TROUBLESHOOTING e Go 24 25 KNOW YOUR SIMPLICITY SEWING MACHINE i JIQADO_ Amaricana nia l X Meio PIONEERI KNOW YOUR SIMPLICITY SEWING MACHINE FRONT VIEW W 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 THREAD TENSION DIAL Controls the upper thread tension for proper stitch formation REVERSE LEVER Press this lever down and hold in place to sew in reverse STITCH WIDTH SELECTOR DIAL Sets the width of a stitch BOBBIN WINDER SPINDLE Winds thread on a bobbin for lower threading HAND WHEEL Turn the hand wheel toward you to raise the needle up and down STITCH LENGTH DIAL Sets the length of the stitch FREE ARM COVER ACCESSORY STORAGE Provides a flat surface for most sewing Remove it to convert to free arm sewing FEED TEETH FEED DOGS The metal teeth under the needle plate that p
10. abric 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 ZIPPER INSERTION The zipper foot is designed to allow you to sew close to raised edges Easily and accurately insert zippers and covered or aiu hiban in seams using the zipper foot en WIDTH STITCH LENGTH LENGTH PRESSER FOOT 3 Zipper Remove presser foot holder Attach the zipper foot to the presser foot bar Raise the needle to the highest posi tion The foot can be adjusted to the left or right side of the needle by loosening the screw on the foot sliding the foot and re tightening the screw Fig 3 To sew the right side of the zipper adjust the zipper foot so it is on the right side of the needle and the needle clears the notch on the left side of the zipper foot Fig 4 To sew the left side of the zipper adjust the zipper foot so it is on the left side of the needle and the needle clears notch on the right side of the zipper foot Fig 5 Use the straight stitch ONLY with this foot PIPING INSERTION Add decorative detail to home decorating projects and create designer fashion looks by inserting covered cord or purchased piping within seams H STITCH WIDTH STITCH LENGTH PRESSER FOOT 3 4 Zipper Attach the zipper foot and adjust the sliding foot to t
11. ches have formed TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Possible Cause Solution IRREGULAR STITCHING Thread is of poor quality Use quality thread AND FEEDING 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 Fabric should feed automatically Pulling the fabric will throw the machine out of time MACHINE IS NOISY AND Machine needs oil Refer to cleaning and maintenance instructions ROUGH WHEN SEWING Lint and oil residue have collected Clean race and hook according to instructions in hook or on needle bar Inferior oil has been used Clean and oil again Use only fine sewing machine oil Do not use WD40 Needle is damaged Insert new needle Stitch length and or width dials are set Refer to instructions for proper machine settings incorrectly for the type of stitch used 25 Sewing Machines 1760 Gilsinn Lane Fenton MO 63026 For Sewing Machine assistance call Simplicity Education Department 636 651 0030 Monday Friday 9 00 a m 5 00 p m CT 2002 Tacony Corporation IBSA200
12. d Fig 8 Run the machine unthreaded for 30 60 seconds Wipe off any excess oil Oil every 7 10 hours of use Use sewing machine oil ONLY 23 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Possible Cause TOP THREAD BREAKS Machine is threaded incorrectly Tension is too tight Thread is too heavy for needle size Needle is inserted incorrectly Needle is damaged Thread is caught on spool pin LOWER THREAD BREAKS Bobbin case is not inserted correctly Bobbin case is improperly threaded Bobbin tension is too tight SKIPPED STITCHES Needle is not inserted correctly Needle is damaged Wrong type of needle is used Wrong presser foot is used Foot pressure is wrong NEEDLE BREAKS Needle is damaged Needle is not inserted correctly Fabric is too heavy wrong needle size Fabric is being pulled during sewing STITCHING FORMS LOOPS Needle is not threaded correctly Bobbin is not threaded correctly Improper needle and or thread used Solution Rethread machine and needle Reduce tension on top to a smaller number Use a larger needle Reinsert needle with flat side toward back Insert new needle Remove spool unwind excess thread clip turn spool over and use felt disc on spool pin Reposition bobbin If thread pulls smoothly it is correct Refer to instructions for correct threading Change bobbin tension according to instructions Reinsert needle with flat side toward back Insert new needle Match needle size to fabric a
13. e TE Fig 6 presser foot Remove the fabric and trim the thread ends near the stitching Using the seam ripper care fully cut an opening in the middle of the buttonhole Fig 9 Be careful not to cut any stitches You may want to put a straight pin across both ends of the buttonhole to help prevent cutting the buttonhole bartacks Fig 8 20 FREE MOTION SEWING Fig 1 Fig 2 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 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 free motion sewing to monogram embroider quilt or darn FREE MOTION MONOGRAMMING STITCH WIDTH DROP FEED PRESSER FOOT Mark the letter or letters to be monogrammed on the fabric with a wash out marker Place the fabric and stabilizer into a machine embroidery hoop Raise the needle to its highest position and slide the hoop under the needle Lower the presser foot lever To lock the stitching set the width at 0 hold the needle thread in the left hand and turn the hand wheel toward you to draw up the bobbin
14. er beneath the base fabric Fig 3 Satin stitch around the cut edges of the appliqu shape guiding the fabric so the right swing of the stitch falls just over the appliqu edge and into the base fabric Fig 4 18 Fig 2 Fig 3 Appliqu Bartacking Fig 4 BUILT IN STITCHES ZIGZAG STITCH ATTACHING BUTTONS Use this foot to quickly and securely attach flat buttons STITCH WIDTH DROP FEED PRESSER FOOT 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 Turn the stitch width dial to 5 and reposition the fabric and button to the left slightly so the needle is again aligned with the left hole Turn the handwheel to make sure the zigzag stitch clears the holes of the button Fig 2 Adjust the stitch width if needed Sew 8 10 stitches Fig 3 To secure the stitches set the stitch width to O reposition the needle over the button hole and sew a few stitches Remove the fabric and button from the machine and clip the threads Fig 4 SEAMING KNITS A narrow zigzag stitch is very flexible and durable making it suitable for medium to lightweight knit fabrics STITCH WIDTH STITCH LENGTH PRESSER FOOT Fig 5 Seaming knits SOS Align the edge of the fabric with the seam
15. er foot 4 Place the fabric under the presser foot aligning the cut edge of the fabric with the seam guide marking on the needle plate Position the fabric so the needle is about 3 8 from the beginning fabric edge Fig 1 5 Lower the presser foot and depress the foot controller to begin sewing The sewing speed is determined by the amount of pressure you apply to the foot controller 6 To secure the beginning of a seam take 3 4 stitches forward then push down and hold the reverse lever to take 3 4 stitches in reverse 7 Release the lever and continue sewing forward at a consistent speed while guiding the fabric along the seam guide marking 8 At the end of the seam press and hold the reverse lever to take 3 4 backstitches to secure the seam end 9 Before removing the fabric raise the needle to the highest position Fig 2 14 Fig 2 Fig 4 10 Raise the presser foot and gently pull the fabric to the left releasing at least six inches of thread from needle and bobbin Fig 3 11 Use the thread cutter on the back of the presser foot bar to cut both threads close to the fabric Fig 4 SEWING NEEDLE THREAD amp FABRIC GUIDE Knit Fabrics Lightweight Tricot Medium Interlock Lycra Heavyweight Double Knit Velour Fake Furs Napped Fabrics Woven Fabrics Leather Sheer Chiffon Fine Lace Tulle Georgette Net Organdy Organza Lightweight Batiste Chambray Voile Crepe de Ch
16. guide markings on the needle plate and sew the seam being careful not to stretch the fabric as you sew Fig 5 19 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 O 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 Set the stitch width dial to 5 Sew 6 7 stitches Stop with the needle in the right side of the bartack stitch Fig 4 4 Raise the presser foot and set the stitch width dial to 1 5 This will also move the fabric slightly to the left Lower the foot and sew the right leg of the buttonhole stopping at the second bartack marking Stop with the needle in the right side of the stitch Fig 5 5 Raise the presser foot and set the stitch width dial to 5 Lower the foot and sew 6 7 stitches Stop with the needle in the left side of the bartack stitch Fig 6 6 Raise the presser foot and set the stitch width dial to 1 5 Lower the foot and hold down the reverse sewing lever to sew the left leg of the buttonhole Fig 7 stopping at the first bartack Fig 8 7 Raise the needle to the highest position and raise th
17. he right side of the needle Baste the cord or piping to the right side of one fabric piece along the seamline using the longest stitch length setting of 4 Fig 6 Place the second layer of fabric with the first layer right sides together Shorten the stitch length to 3 and stitch the seam close to the piping Fig 7 17 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 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 BARTACKING This stitch is excellent for reinforcing pocket corners and belt loops Because the feed teeth are lowered there is no need to make stitch length adjustments STITCH WIDTH DROP FEED PRESSER FOOT Lowered All purpose Determine the location for the bar tack and position the fabric under the needle Sew 4 6 stitches Fig 2 Raise the needle to its highest position Turn the stitch width dial to O and sew 3 4 stitches to secure the stitch SATIN STITCH for APPLIQUE Use this popular zigzag stitch creatively to sew appliqu s STITCH WIDTH STITCH LENGTH PRESSER FOOT Fuse a fabric appliqu shape to a base fabric Place a stabiliz
18. ine Silk Jersey Handkerchief Linen Sheer Crepe Medium Lightweight Challis Gingham Taffeta Percale Wool Crepe Wool Jersey Medium Weight Broadcloth Chintz Velour Corduroy Crepe Backed Satin Faille Flannel Linen Velvet Fee Poplin Satin Shantung Velveteen Medium Heavyweight Brocade Denim Felt Flannel Fleece Gabardine Quilted Fabrics Textured Linen Tweed Twill Heavyweight Double faced Wool Fake Fur Heavy Coating Sail Cloth Ticking Ultrasuede Ultra Leather Vinyl Vinyl with Knit Backing Light to Medium Weight Leather Heavy Leather NEEDLE STYLE Universal or Ballpoint Universal or Ballpoint Universal or Ballpoint Universal or Ballpoint NEEDLE STYLE Universal Universal Universal Universal Universal Universal NEEDLE STYLE Stretch Leather Point Leather Point Leather Point Leather Point NEEDLE SIZE 9 65 10 70 11 75 12 80 14 90 12 80 14 90 14 90 16 100 NEEDLE SIZE 8 60 9 65 9 65 10 70 16 100 NEEDLE SIZE 11 75 14 90 14 90 12 80 16 100 18 110 15 BUILT IN STITCHES STRAIGHT STITCH SEAMING Use for seaming two or more layers of fabric together STITCH WIDTH STITCH LENGTH PRESSER FOOT O g 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
19. ings of the sewing machine and foot controller free from the accumulation of lint dust and loose cloth Never drop or insert any object into any openings Do not use this machine outdoors 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 Do not unplug by pulling on the cord To unplug grasp the plug not the cord Keep fingers away from all moving parts Special care is required around the sewing machine needle Always use the proper needle plate The wrong plate can cause the needle to break Do not use a bent needle Do not pull or push the fabric while stitching It may deflect the needle causing it to break Unplug the sewing machine when making any adjustments in the needle area such as threading the needle changing the needle threading the bobbin or changing the presser foot Always unplug the sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers lubricating or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in this instruction manual SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This sewing machine is intended for household use 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 a
20. itch length dial is numbered 0 4 representing the various stitch lengths in millimeters The higher the number the longer the stitch To select a stitch length turn the dial until the desired length setting is aligned with the indicator dot When set at O the fabric will not feed under the foot NEEDLE PLATE SEAM GUIDES Fig 3 The five seam guide markings on the right side of the needle plate are set at 1 8 intervals The first mark is 1 2 from the needle the second 5 8 and so on Align the fabric edge at a seam guide marking for a consistent seam width The standard seam allowance width is 5 8 REVERSE SEWING LEVER Fig 4 Use the reverse sewing lever to secure the beginning and ends of seams With the foot control depressed push and hold the reverse lever down to sew in reverse Release the lever to return to forward sewing SIMPLICITY BASIC STITCH SELECTION U EIOOA MO All Purpose Button PRESSER FOOT FOOT Open Toe All Purpose Zipper Open Toe None Open Toe Attaching DROP FEED Ero rj ma 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 In some cases the lower thread tension on the bobbin case may need to be adjusted for specialty sewing techniques Fig 2 UPPER THREAD TENSION The numbers 0 9 on the dial represent uppe
21. nd thread weight Check the proper presser foot needed for specific task Check foot pressure regulation for proper setting Insert new needle Reinsert needle with flat side toward back Match needle size to fabric and thread weight Check for proper foot pressure make sure feed teeth are raised and operating correctly lengthen stitch length Fabric should feed automatically Pulling the fabric will throw the machine out of time Thread needle from front to back Check instructions for proper bobbin threading Match needle size to fabric and thread weight SEAMS SHRINK OR PUCKER Presser foot pressure is too heavy Reduce presser foot pressure to a lower number THREAD BUNCHING OR Top tension is too loose NESTING ON UNDERSIDE OF FABRIC Machine is not threaded correctly Bobbin case is improperly threaded Thread is of poor quality Needle is too large for fabric Wrong stitch length is used Top and bottom threads are not drawn back under the presser foot before sewing 24 Increase top tension to a higher number Normal settings are between 3 5 Rethread machine making sure presser foot is raised and the take up lever eye is threaded Raising the presser foot will help seat the thread between the tension discs Refer to instructions for correct threading Use quality thread Use a smaller size needle Adjust length for proper stitches Draw both threads back under the presser foot and hold until a few stit
22. of the machine placing them under the presser foot Fig 13 13 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 e Always begin sewing with the needle in the highest position Always place the needle in the highest position at the end of a seam before removing the fabric from the machine e Always turn the handwheel toward you not away from you Never rock the handwheel e Be sure to lower the presser foot before sewing to engage the tension discs for perfect stitch balance This is an easy step to miss when sewing extra thick fabrics e Gently guide the fabric as you sew never push or pull the fabric under the needle e Don t sew over pins Simply remove the pins as they approach the needle Sewing over pins can damage your machine nick the needle or cause personal injury e Use the proper needle thread fabric combination See chart on page 15 BEGINNING TO SEW 1 Select a stitch Make the appropriate stitch width and length adjustments 2 Turn the hand wheel toward you to raise the needle to its highest position 3 Raise the presser foot and pull about six inches of thread to the back of the machine and under the press
23. ose 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 When you come to the side seam of the pant hem place a shim such as a piece of cardboard the same thick ness as the seam under the foot and against the seam Fig 2 This levels the foot so the machine can sew through the extra thickness SEWING WITH TWO THREADS STITCH WIDTH STITCH LENGTH PRESSER FOOT Fig 3 Create a bold look or add extra color to a stitch by sewing with two threads through the upper threading path Use the size 14 needle which has a larger eye to accommodate two threads Place a spool of thread on the left spool pin with the thread coming off the back Thread the machine as usual Place a second spool of thread on the right spool pin with the thread coming off the front Fig 3 Thread the machine along the same path and through the needle eye as for the first thread Select a stitch and sew 22 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 The Simplicity sewing machine uses standard sewing machine needles 15x1 The size and type of your nee dle should be compatible with the fabric
24. r thread Upper thread too tight Upper thread too loose tension settings The higher the number the stronger the W WW W W WE ZOEEZE upper tension Tension settings between 3 5 are most commonly used Fig 1 In a balanced stitch needle thread and bobbin thread interlock in the center of the two fabric layers Fig 2 If needed adjust an unbalanced stitch by turning the dial until the new setting is aligned with the indicator line on the machine Fig 1 If the fabric gathers or the threads break the upper thread tension is too tight Fig 3 Loosen the tension by moving the dial to a lower number If loops form on the under side of the seam then the upper tension is too loose Fig 4 Tighten the upper tension by turning the dial to a higher number LOWER THREAD TENSION The lower thread tension can be adjusted by turning the h h screw on the bobbin case slightly to the right clockwise Fig 5 Fig 6 to increase the tension Fig 5 Turn the tension slightly to the left counterclockwise to decrease the tension Fig 6 Pi a A Ince Eion Decrease tension 10 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
25. rd you to raise the take up lever to its highest position Fig 1 Raise the presser foot to release the thread tension Fig 2 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 Snap the thread into the first thread guide at the top of the machine Fig 4 Bring the thread down between the tension discs Fig 5 Bring the thread down the right slot of the threading path then across to and up the left slot Fig 6 Bring the thread through the take up lever from right to left Fig 7 making sure the thread falls into the take up lever slot Fig 8 Bring the thread back down the left slot of the threading path Fig 9 and into the thread guide above the needle Fig 10 Thread the needle eye from front to back Fig 11 Clip the thread end with sharp scissors for easier needle threading Raising the bobbin thread 1 Make sure the presser foot lever is raised 2 Hold the end of the needle thread with your left hand Turn the hand wheel toward you with your right hand until the needle goes down once and comes back up stopping when the needle is at its highest position Gently pull up on the needle thread Fig 12 The bobbin thread looped around the needle thread will be drawn up through the needle hole Pull about six inches of both the upper and lower threads toward the back
26. re 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 Before starting a sewing project here are a few recommendations to help you become acquainted with your new machine e Read through the instruction book and become familiar with the sewing terms e Review the machine using the instruction book as a guide to identify each part and function of the machine e Practice sewing on a variety of fabric scraps using various stitches and stitch settings e Make a stitch sampler of your favorite techniques in the instruction book marking your machine setting preferences for future reference 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 Simplicity Sewing Machine Education Department 636 651 0030 TABLE OF CONTENTS KNOW YOUR SIMPLICITY SEWING MACHINE PIRTINCUPAL PARTS cstucsecassi cans WE AA EEE OE e 4 5 ACCESSORIES perri Eea T 6 SIMPLICITY SEWING MACHINE SET UP PREPARATION FOR SEWING ccccecceeccecceeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeees 7 CHANGING PRESSER PEP EE 4 Snap On eel ani a Oak 7 STEW ON IOE Lose 7 ATTACHING SEAM GUIDE sssrrssiscssassssirisrirseuerssieresseresseeserss 7 FREE ARM SEWING ueea aaa aa aaa aaa aaa iesenii niaii ieaiaia 8 ROSNIE A teed G4 8 PRESSER FOOT PRESSURE REGULATOR 2 2
27. see page 15 Change the needle often after every other project is a good habit Bent or dull needles will cause skipped stitches and thread breakage To change the needle loosen the needle clamp screw Fig 1 Remove the needle by pulling it downward Fig 2 Insert the new needle by pushing it up into the shaft as far as it will go with the flat side toward the back of the machine Tighten the needle clamp screw CLEANING FEED TEETH and SHUTTLE AREA Raise the needle to its highest position Remove both the needle plate screws and the needle plate Fig 3 Remove the bobbin case from the shuttle Push aside the two shuttle keepers and remove the shuttle race cover and shuttle Clean the feed teeth and shuttle area with a lint brush Fig 4 Turn the hand wheel until you see the race forming a half moon as pictured Fig 5 Holding the shuttle by its center pin place it on top of the race so that it forms a half moon on the top side Fig 6 Place the shuttle race cover over the shuttle and race Snap the shuttle keepers back into position Replace bobbin case Replace the needle plate and screws Fig 3 Fig 4 3 CHANGING the LIGHT BULB Open the left side face cover Turn the light bulb clockwise to unscrew and remove the bulb Install a new bulb by turning it counter clockwise to screw it in place Fig 7 Use a 15W max screw in type bulb OILING Put 2 3 drops of sewing machine oil at each of the points indicate
28. tch 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 O 3 Remove the free arm cover and open the front bobbin cover Fig 6 4 Push down on the drop feed lever and the feed teeth will drop below the needle plate Fig 7 5 Push the lever up to return to normal sewing LEVELING BAR If the machine is not sitting on a level surface turn the leveling screw to stabilize the machine 1 Remove the free arm to access the screw under the 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 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 KK WR 1 Fig 4 Fig 5 STITCH SELECTION STITCH WIDTH SELECTOR DIAL Fig 1 The stitch width selector dial is numbered O 5 repre senting the various stitch widths in millimeters The higher the number the wider the stitch To select a stitch width turn the dial until the desired width setting is aligned with the indicator dot STITCH LENGTH DIAL Fig 2 The st
29. tractable thread spool pins for twin needle or dual thread sewing CHANGING PRESSER FEET Your Simplicity sewing machine comes with both snap on 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 groove of 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 the screw all the way 3 Remove the presser foot holder and foot Fig 8 4 Attach the desired screw on presser foot onto the presser bar 5 Tighten the thumb screw with the screwdriver to hold the presser foot securely in place Fig 9 Note After attaching a presser foot select the desired stitch and turn the hand wheel toward you several times to make sure the needle clears the opening in the foot Some presser feet require a straight or narrow width stitch only Fig 7
30. ush or feed the fabric through the machine PRESSER FOOT Holds the fabric firmly against the feed teeth for proper feeding PRESSER FOOT HOLDER Holds the snap on presser foot in sewing position The presser foot holder is removed when using screw on feet NEEDLE PLATE Supports the fabric while sewing Has seam guide markings on right side PRESSER FOOT THUMB SCREW Secures the presser foot or presser foot holder to the presser foot bar NEEDLE CLAMP SCREW 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 lower to lower the presser foot and engage the thread tension POWER CORD RECEPTACLE Connect the three prong power plug here MAIN SWITCH Turns the main power and built in sewing light on or off RETRACTABLE SPOOL PINS Raise the spool pins to hold the spools of thread 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 W gt 2 2 5 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
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