There are lots of men who sew...it is not gender specific.
Perhaps this will help--unfortunately not free:
Wards 1984 Instruction Manual
Montgomery Wards Sewing Machine Instruction and Service Manuals
Montgomery Ward did not make their own machines, so it was most likely manufactured by a sewing machine company with Montgomery Ward's name on it.
However, most machines thread similarly. Just be sure to ALWAYS RAISE the presser foot when threading the top thread--this allows the thread to seat in the tension disk. Set the top tension to about the midway point to start and then tweak from there.
threading older sewing machine Google Search
Understanding Thread Tension Threads
Bobbin tension is usually the last thing to try to adjust...be sure to mark the screw setting BEFORE making any adjustment...
Bobbin Tension How and Why Tension is Adjusted
Needles are probably the least expensive resolution to a lot of sewing machine problems--change them often!!! About every 8 hours of sewing, and be sure to use a needle that is compatible with the thread and fabric. Be sure to install the needle with the flat part facing the correct direction. Most machines have the flat part facing the back of the machine, however, some machines with the bobbin loading from the side will have the flat part of the needle facing the harp (throat) of the machine. AVOID old or bargain bin threads! Use fresh, good quality sewing machine thread (generally, Coats & Clark is not one of them...)
All About Needles
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