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Brother KH-890
Manufacturer Brother
Model KH-890
Gauge Standard
Type Domestic
Patterning 24 stitch punch card
Needles 200
Release Year 1985
Accessories Cast-on combs, claw weights, 24-stitch punch cards, carriage lock, extension rails, table clamps, Knit Leader sheets
Also Known As KnitKing KH890


The Brother KH-890 is a standard-gauge punchcard knitting machine manufactured by Brother in 1985.[1] It is extremely similar in design and capabilities to the KH-881 and KH-891 models.

Features[edit]

  • Gauge: 4.5 mm pitch (Standard Gauge) with 200 needles.
  • Knit Leader: Features a built-in Knit Leader (pattern drafting device) on the left side of the machine frame, allowing knitters to follow full-scale garment shapes.
  • Patterning: Standard 24-stitch punchcard patterning for tuck, slip, fair-isle, weave, and lace. Sinker plate includes tuck rubber wheels. Comes standard with single motif settings and a plating feeder.

Compatible Accessories[edit]

  • Ribber: Fully compatible with Brother standard-gauge ribbers, including the KR-830 and KR-850.
  • Color Changers: Works with KRC-830 and KRC-900 double-bed color changers.


Manuals and Documentation[edit]

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