Side-Power SP 200 TC Instruction Manual

SP200 SeriesRead this manual carefully before use and always follow the • instructions.Keep the manual in a convenient place for easy reference.• If y

10Quick adviserThe quick adviser (under the lid on the sewing machine) provides various descriptions such as basic machine operations.Accessing the qu

211Before use (Be sure to read this section before use)How to operate foot controllerOperation Be sure to use the main power switch to turn off the s

2121Sewing preparationsConnecting the powerDo not touch the power plug with wet hands.Doing so could cause an electric shock.Hold the power plug, to r

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14Winding the lower thread12Turn off the sewing machine.Pull up the spool pin. Position the spool of thread and the spool cap on to the spool pin.910R

215Sewing preparationsPull the thread from the thread spool, and then hold it with one hand while passing it around the thread guide with the other ha

162Threading the lower threadOpen the bobbin case cover, and insert the bobbin into the bobbin case.If the bobbin is incorrectly inserted into the bob

217Sewing preparationsPass the thread through A, then B, and then pull the thread to the rear, as shown below.Pull out about 15 cm of thread to the re

18Threading the upper thread12789Turn off the sewing machine.Raise the presser foot lever.Pass the thread through the needle thread guide.The thread c

219Sewing preparations6Turn the handwheel towards yourself to raise the take-up lever.Pull up the spool pin. Position the spool of thread and the spoo

123452ContentsBefore use (Be sure to read this section before use)Important safety instructions • ... 3How t

20Using the needle threaderBefore using the needle threader, use the main power switch to turn off the sewing machine.Not doing so could cause an inju

221Sewing preparationsUsing the needle threader z12While fully lowering the needle threader lever, hook the thread on the guide as shown in the diagra

22Pulling up the lower thread12Raise the presser foot lever. Loosely hold the upper thread with your left hand, and then turn the handwheel towards yo

223Sewing preparationsApplication of each stitch patternBefore turning the pattern selection dial, use the main power switch to turn off the sewing ma

24CautionPattern selection dial No.ApplicationStitch length dial(recommended setting)Presser footAReinforced straight stitch(left side)Zigzag sewing f

225Sewing preparationsDo not turn the pattern selection dial while the needle is lowered. Doing so could break the needle and cause an injury.CautionW

262Changing the presser footRemoval z1Press the presser foot holder lever in the direction of the arrow to release the presser foot.Raise the presser

227Sewing preparationsInstallation z1Position the presser foot pin directly below the groove in the presser foot holder.2Lower the presser foot lever

282Changing the needle1Correct needle selection zIf a faulty needle is used, not only could it impair the sewing performance, but it could also damage

229Sewing preparationsRelationship between the needle, thread and fabric, and adjusting the thread tensionThe quality of the sewing finish will improv

113Before use (Be sure to read this section before use)Before use (Be sure to read this section before use)Important safety instructionsThese safety i

330156SewingStraight stitching and reverse sewingStraight stitch z12Position the fabric and lower the presser foot lever.Step on the foot controller t

313SewingThread cutter zReverse sewing is performed while pressing down the reverse sewing lever.Stitch 1 cm from the edge of the •fabric to prevent

32Sewing thick fabric zWhen sewing over thick fabric, the presser foot may tilt and be unable to feed through the fabric.Fabric or thick paperSewing f

333SewingSewing tube-shaped fabrics z11Pull out the extension table (accessory box) in the direction of the arrow.12Sew tube-shaped fabrics such as tr

34112Zigzag sewingThere are various zigzag applications, such as applique and overcasting.1Position the fabric and lower the presser foot.Step on the

353SewingAdjusting thread tensionAdjustment method for upper thread tension zUpper thread is tightWrong sideRight sideUpper thread is looseUpper threa

3611234Buttonhole sewingButtonhole sewing to match the size of the button is possible.For stretch fabric or thin fabric, it is recommended to use a st

373Sewing76 Raise the needle to the highest position, set the pattern dial to “4”, and sew 5 to 6 bar-tack stitches.Raise the needle to the highest po

388Use the buttonhole cutter to cut the center, making sure not to cut the stitches.Note:If a marking pin is put in the bar-tack area it helps to prev

393Sewing1OvercastingThis is a sewing method that prevents unraveling at the edge of the fabric.8822Change to the zigzag sewing foot or the overcastin

4Before using the sewing machine make sure that the presser foot holder clamp screw, needle clamp screw and needle plate screw are rmly tightened, an

4016Zipper insertionSewing the left side of the zipper z828Position the fabric so that the zipper is on the right side of the presser foot.ZipperSet t

413Sewing98Sew until just before the presser foot makes contact with the slider, and then stop the sewing machine.6878Sewing the right side of the zip

4212At the tacking or the crease that was ironed, fold back the fabric so that wrong side faces upward.Sew overcasting along the edge of the fabric, a

433Sewing667Lower the presser foot, and start sewing. The part of the stitch that catches the fold will be visible from the right side of the fabric.

444MaintenanceFeed dog and hook maintenanceIf the sewing machine makes a loud noise or rotates slowly, there could be thread waste or dust in the hook

454MaintenanceRemove any lint or dust from the feed dog and hook, and then wipe them with a soft cloth.A vacuum cleaner can be used to remove lint and

46Right side of bobbin case zAttaching the Bobbin Case1Position the bobbin case so that part a on the bobbin case is below part b on the sewing machin

474MaintenanceAttach the needle plate with red mark a on the bobbin case positioned as shown in the diagram.6Tighten the needle plate screws.1Attach

48Changing light bulb81Loosen the screw with a + screw driver of your own, and take off the face cover in the direction of the arrow.82Turn the light

494MaintenanceServicing double-insulated products (230V-240V)In a double-insulated product, two systems of insulation are provided instead of groundin

15Before use (Be sure to read this section before use)Do not drop or insert any foreign objects into any openings such as opening space when you remov

50TroubleshootingWhat is the problem? Check the following possibilities before contacting the service center for repair.Trouble Cause Countermeasure P

514MaintenanceTrouble Cause Countermeasure PageFabric not feeding through the machineThe feed dog is dirtyRemove any lint and fluff from the feed dog4

52If the above treatments do not solve the problem, contact the service center as described in your warranty.When calling for service, please note the

553OthersRecyclingWe are committed to the protection of the environment. We strive to minimize the environmental impact of our products by continuousl

54SpecicationsSP200 SeriesModel XXX26C/XXX34C SuperJ26/34Hook type HorizontalNeedle Home-use sewing machine needle (HA-1)Bobbin TOYOTA-exclusive pla

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6Part namesThread guidePresser foot pressure adjustment knobEquipped only *with model XXX34C/SuperJ34Take-up leverNeedle threaderExtension table (Ac

17Before use (Be sure to read this section before use)Thread winder guideHandwheelMain power switchTerminal boxThread cutterButtonholeadjustment screw

8Part names and their functionsThe various parts of the sewing machine have the functions described below.Extension table (Accessory Box)Presser foot

19Before use (Be sure to read this section before use)Reverse sewing leverHandwheelUse the handwheel to manually raise and lower the needle. •Note: Al