Brother KH-940
| Brother KH-940 | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Brother |
| Model | KH-940 |
| Gauge | Standard |
| Type | Domestic |
| Patterning | Electronic |
| Needles | 200 |
| Release Year | 1988 |
| Accessories | KR850 Ribber, KRC900 Colour Changer, Lace Carriage, KG95 Garter Carriage, KA-8210 Intarsia Carriage |
| Also Known As | Compuknit III, Compuknit IV, KnitKing KH-940 |
The Brother KH-940 is an electronic Standard Gauge Knitting Machine manufactured by Brother Industries. It is known for its electronic patterning capabilities and shares its user manual with the Brother KH-930, with the only difference between the two being the cover of the manual.[1]
Overview[edit]
The KH-940 is a 4.5mm standard gauge machine with 200 needles, designed for domestic use.[2] It is an electronic model, allowing for advanced patterning.[2] The machine is compatible with various accessories and parts from other Brother electronic knitting machines.
Manuals[edit]
User guides for the Brother KH-940 are available for download in multiple languages, including English, Dutch, French, Russian, and German.[1] A service manual for the KH-940 is also available.[1]
Accessories and Compatibility[edit]
The Brother KH-940 is compatible with a range of accessories and parts, many of which are shared with other Brother electronic models.
- Ribbers: The Brother KR-850 Ribber is a common accessory for the KH-940.[2]
- Colour Changers: The Brother KRC-900 Colour Changer can be used with the KH-940.[2]
- Carriages:
- Lace Carriage (often shared with KH-930)[2]
- Brother KG-95 Garter Carriage[2]
- Brother KA-8210 Intarsia Carriage[2]
- Parts: Many parts are interchangeable with other Brother electronic knitting machines such as the Brother KH-910, Brother KH-930, Brother KH-950, Brother KH-970, Brother KH-860, Brother KH-868, Brother KH-881, Brother KH-892, and Brother KH-900.[2] Specific compatible parts include needles, sponge bars, power cords, carriage magnets, row counters, sinker plate arms, needle position indicators, transfer needles, separation cams, weaving thread guides, upper side plates, front slide plates, selection cam plates, steel timing belts, yarn feeders, and position sensor boards.[2]
Related Resources[edit]
Several workbooks and pattern books are available that specifically mention or are compatible with the KH-940:
- Brother Stitchworld I Pattern Book[1]
- 930/940 Knitting Machine Primer - Third In Series Double Jacquard Workbook[2]
- 930/940 Knitting Machines Primer - 4th In Series Bargello Jacquard Workbook[2]
- Victorian Lace Suit - Machine Knitting Book OOP 1995 G-Carriage 940/965i/970[2]
Manuals and Documentation[edit]
- Brother KH-940 English Manual (PDF)
- Brother KH-940 Dutch Manual (PDF)
- Brother KH-940 Dutch Manual Part 2 (PDF)
- Brother KH-940 French Manual (PDF)
- Brother KH-940 Russian Manual (PDF)
- Brother KH-940 German Manual (PDF)
- Brother KH-940 Manual (English) (PDF)
- Brother KH-940 Manual (Dutch) (PDF)
- Brother KH-940 Manual (Dutch) (PDF)
- Brother KH-940 Manual (French) (PDF)
- Brother KH-940 Manual (Russian) (PDF)
- Brother KH-940 Manual (German) (PDF)