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Thank you for purchasing your Sewing Machine by Montgomery Ward

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It will perform to the highest standard, time after time, with all the  

convenience and durability you rely on from Wards.

We guarantee it!

Perfect for basic or advanced sewing, this machine is a real workhorse. The 

54 stitching features lets you make buttonholes to zippers and everything in 

between. You’ll love the light weight portability and well lit LED work surface.

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PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

Basic safety precautions should always be followed when using your sewing machine, 
especially when children are present.

WARNING: TO AVOID THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, ALWAYS MAKE 

SURE THE PRODUCT IS UNPLUGGED FROM THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET 

BEFORE ASSEMBLING, DISASSEMBLING OR RELOCATING. DO NOT TRY TO 

SERVICE THIS PRODUCT YOURSELF.

1.   Do not allow to be used as a toy. Supervision is necessary when used by or 

near children.  

2.  To protect against electrical shock, do not place cord, plug or appliance in water 

or other liquid.

3.  Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. 
4.  Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the ap-

pliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Call our toll-free 
customer service number for information regarding replacement, or returning 
the product.

5.  The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the manufacturer may 

cause personal injury or damage to the appliance. 

6.  Do not use outdoors.
7.  Never drop or insert any object into any opening. Never operate the appliance 

with any air opening blocked. Keep ventilation openings of this sewing machine 
and foot controller free from accumulation of lint, dust and loose cloth.

8.  Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen 

is being administered.

9.  Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
10.  To disconnect, turn all controls to the off (“O”) position, then remove plug from 

outlet. Do NOT pull out by cord.

11.  Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the 

sewing machine needle.

12.  Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to 

break.

13.  Do not use bent needles.
14.  Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing it to 

break.

Important Safeguards ........................3-4
Polarized Plug ...................................... 4
Parts & Features ................................5-6
Operating Instructions .....................6-15
How to Use ....................................16-26
Cleaning & Care ............................27-28
Thread & Needle Guide ...................... 29
Troubleshooting .................................. 30
Warranty & Return Information ......32-33

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THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

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3102543

Conforms to UL Std. 471

Certified to CSA Std. C22.2 No. 120-13

Summary of Contents for JW12

Page 1: ...No 724723 120V 60Hz 15W Wards com 1 888 557 3848 Montgomery Ward Customer Service 1112 7Th Avenue Monroe WI 53566 8 00 am to Midnight Monday through Friday Wards com 1 888 557 3848 Sewing Machine Fre...

Page 2: ...ment or returning the product 5 The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the manufacturer may cause personal injury or damage to the appliance 6 Do not use outdoors 7 Never drop or insert a...

Page 3: ...be the same type 3 wire The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over Important Safeguards cont d...

Page 4: ...a chine unattended attaching or removing parts Do not place anything on the foot control causing the machine to run inadvertently Operating Instructions cont d Presser Foot Lifter The presser foot lif...

Page 5: ...be consistent Never use a bent or blunt needle Changing 1 Raise the needle by turning the handwheel toward you 2 Lower the presser foot 3 Loosen the needle clamp screw by turning it counterclockwise 4...

Page 6: ...position Note Return the bobbin winder spindle when the machine stops Operating Instructions cont d Bobbin Case Threading Place the bobbin into the bobbin case Make sure the thread unwinds in the dir...

Page 7: ...g on the sewing materials layers of fabric and sewing method For an ideal zigzag stitch the bob bin thread does not show on the right side top side of the fabric and the needle thread shows slightly o...

Page 8: ...attern is uneven turn the stitch length dial in the direc tion of to compress it or to expand it Operating Instructions cont d Reverse Stitch Button To sew in reverse keep the reverse stitch button de...

Page 9: ...tches 6 Raise the presser foot and remove the fabric drawing the threads to the back 7 Cut the threads with the thread cutter 1 The threads are now the right length to begin sewing the next seam How t...

Page 10: ...ch length 0 5 4 Turn the pattern selector between the zigzag stitch C and straight stitch left position B to adjust the stitch width How to Use cont d Utility Stitching Tricot Stitch This stitch is us...

Page 11: ...ed as a decorative topstitch Decorative Stitching Shell Tuck 1 Pattern selector G 2 Presser foot Zigzag foot 3 Thread tension 6 8 4 Stitch length 2 3 1 Use a lightweight fabric tricot for example 2 Fo...

Page 12: ...wind it around the shank 3 Bring the needle thread to the wrong side bottom side and knot 4 After button sewing is completed remove the darning plate Appliqu 1 Pattern selector C 2 Presser foot Zigzag...

Page 13: ...r buttonhole Stop sewing at a left stitch 4 Set the pattern selector dial at Sew 5 stitches Stop sewing at a right stitch 5 Set the pattern selector dial at Sew until you reach the back marking of the...

Page 14: ...ing Care Cleaning the Bobbin Case and the Hook WARNING Turn the power switch to OFF and unplug the machine before dismantling or cleaning the machine WARNING Do not dismantle the machine other than as...

Page 15: ...ush and turn to the right Thread Needle Guide In general fine threads and needles are used for sewing thin fabrics and thicker threads and needles are used for sewing heavy fabrics Always test thread...

Page 16: ...wn to the rear when sewing has finished Needle is too fine for the fabric being sewn Page 8 Page 8 Page 8 Page 13 Page 16 17 Page 29 Skipped stitches Needle is incorrectly inserted Needle is bent or b...

Page 17: ...8 557 3848 Montgomery Ward Inc warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year from provable date of purchase Within this warranty period Montgomery Ward will re...

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