Brother KH-891
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| Brother KH-891 | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Brother |
| Model | KH-891 |
| Gauge | Standard |
| Type | Domestic |
| Patterning | 24 stitch punch card |
| Needles | 200 |
| Release Year | 1980s |
| Accessories | Cast-on combs, table clamps, 24-stitch punch cards, transfer tools, claw weights, carriage lock, yarn tension mast, built-in Knit Leader, lace carriage |
| Also Known As | KnitKing KH891 |
The Brother KH-891 is a standard-gauge punchcard knitting machine manufactured by Brother and sold under both the Brother and KnitKing brands.[1] It features 200 needles spaced 4.5 mm apart. Expanding on the design of the KH-881, it features a built-in Knit Leader pattern drafting device for full-scale garment shaping.[2]
Features & Capabilities[edit]
- Built-in Knit Leader: The integrated contour tracer on the left side of the machine frame allows the knitter to slide full-scale paper pattern templates to guide row-by-row increases and decreases.
- Gauge: 4.5 mm pitch (Standard Gauge) with 200 needles.
- Patterning: Automatic needle selection using standard 24-stitch repeat punchcards.
- Stitch Styles: Supports tuck, slip, fair-isle, weaving, and lace.
Compatible Accessories[edit]
- Ribber: Connects to Brother standard-gauge ribbers like the KR-830 and KR-850.
- Color Changers: Works with double-bed color changers like the KRC-830 and KRC-900.
Manuals and Documentation[edit]
- Brother KH-891 French Manual (PDF)
- Brother KH-891 English Manual (PDF)
- Brother KH-891 Danish Manual (PDF)
- Brother KH-891 English Manual Part 2 (PDF)
- Brother KH-891 Dutch Manual (PDF)
- Brother KH-891 Manual (PDF)
- Brother KH-891 German Manual (PDF)
- Brother KH-891 Manual Part 2 (PDF)
- Brother KH-891 Manual Part 3 (PDF)