I have not used a sewing machine in years.  Considering that, I was able to hem up some curtains within 30 minutes of unboxing it.  Of course it took me 30 minutes to get the bobbin set up, the machine threaded etc.  
Very simple to figure out with very simple instructions.  I think I will even try some different stitches for hemming pants...stretch stitch features may come in handy.