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Brand | Brother |
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Model | KX395 |
Category | Sewing Machine |
Language | English |
Details the various parts of the knitting machine, including needlebed and carriage.
Lists and illustrates the accessories provided with the knitting machine.
Covers essential steps and checks before starting any knitting project.
Step-by-step guide for correctly threading yarn for knitting practice.
Instructions on setting needle positions for the tension swatch.
Guidance on moving the carriage smoothly across the needlebed.
Procedure for moving selected needles to the non-working A position.
Adjusting tension dial and holding cam levers on the carriage.
How to reset the row counter to zero before starting a new sequence.
Instructions for properly feeding yarn into the machine's feeder.
Tips for managing yarn tension while knitting.
Steps for attaching the cast-on comb to begin knitting.
Using the needle pusher to set needles to the working B position.
Knitting the required number of rows for the tension swatch.
Knitting with waste yarn after the main swatch.
Re-threading yarn and continuing to knit specified rows.
Cutting and placing waste yarn as maker threads.
Knitting additional rows using waste yarn.
Re-threading main yarn and completing final rows.
Procedure for safely removing the finished knitting from the machine.
Instructions for properly pressing the knitted swatch.
How to accurately measure the swatch for tension calculation.
Adjusting knitting tension based on swatch results.
Method for calculating garment stitch and row counts from swatches.
Details of yarn type, weight, and composition for the sweater.
Specifies the recommended knitting gauge (stitches and rows per 10cm).
Information regarding the sizes available for the sweater.
Provides finished garment measurements for different sizes.
Step-by-step instructions for knitting the back panel of the sweater.
Method for creating a 1x1 mock rib edge during the cast-on process.
Procedure for folding up the knitted 1x1 mock rib.
Detailed steps for knitting the main back section of the sweater.
Using the latchet tool to place markers in the knitting.
Introduction and initial steps for knitting the front panel.
Steps to safely detach the knitted back piece from the machine.
Techniques for shaping the crew neckline of the sweater.
Instructions for knitting the sleeves of the sweater.
Creating the 1x1 mock rib pattern for the sleeve cuffs.
Method for increasing stitches along garment edges.
Final assembly and finishing processes for the sweater.
How to shape and press knitted components for a neat finish.
Method for sewing the right shoulder seam.
Steps for knitting the neckline band of the sweater.
Connecting the main body of the sweater to the neckband.
Details of yarn type and components for the V-neck sweater.
Recommended knitting gauge for the V-neck sweater.
Information on available sizes for the V-neck sweater.
Finished garment measurements for the V-neck sweater.
Instructions for knitting the back panel of the V-neck sweater.
Setting up needles for knitting the back panel.
Specific needle arrangement for 2x1 mock rib sections.
Step-by-step guide for creating a 2x1 mock rib pattern.
Introduction to knitting the front panel of the V-neck sweater.
Technique for creating a cable stitch pattern on the front panel.
Instructions for shaping the V-neck opening by decreasing stitches.
Steps for knitting the right shoulder of the sweater.
Steps for knitting the left shoulder of the sweater.
Instructions for knitting the sleeves for the V-neck sweater.
Method for joining the right shoulder seam of the sweater.
Instructions for knitting the neckband.
Method for joining the left shoulder seam of the sweater.
How to attach the sleeves to the sweater body.
Instructions for joining various seams using mattress stitch.
Details of yarn and buttons for the cardigan.
Recommended knitting gauge for the cardigan.
Information on available sizes for the cardigan.
Provides finished garment measurements for the cardigan.
Instructions for knitting the back panel of the cardigan.
Setting up needles for knitting the cardigan back.
Method for casting on a 1x1 rib edge for the cardigan.
Using the latchet tool to create a 1x1 rib pattern.
Introduction to knitting the front panels of the cardigan.
Techniques for shaping the cardigan's neck opening.
Instructions for knitting the sleeves of the cardigan.
Final assembly and finishing processes for the cardigan.
How to shape and press knitted cardigan components.
Method for joining the shoulder seams of the cardigan.
Connecting the buttonhole band to the right front panel.
Connecting the button band to the left front panel.
Connecting the neckband to the back neck opening.
How to attach the sleeves to the cardigan bodice.
Knitting a reversible fabric using two yarns simultaneously.
Technique for knitting with multiple colors without floats.
Instructions for creating pull-up (tuck) stitch patterns.
Guide to knitting a slip stitch pattern.
Knitting with multiple colors and skipped stitches.
Technique for creating decorative lace patterns.
How to combine knit and purl stitches for various patterns.
Using transfer tools to create cable effects in knitting.
Instructions on how to use the transfer tool for knitting operations.
Instructions on how to use the latchet tool for various tasks.
Methods for decreasing stitches for shaping garments.
Methods for increasing stitches for shaping garments.
Technique for knitting specific sections of the needlebed.
Understanding the purpose and application of waste knitting.
How to form a back stitch in knitting.
Procedure for safely removing waste yarn from knitted fabric.
Methods for casting off stitches to finish knitting.
Technique for creating a neat finished edge by binding off.
How to pick up dropped or edge stitches.
Specific method for picking up stitches along side edges.
Binding off stitches on the machine to join knitted pieces.
How to fix dropped stitches that have fallen several rows.
Guidance on resolving common knitting errors, excluding intarsia.
Steps to take when the knitting machine carriage jams.
Guidance on resolving common errors specific to intarsia knitting.
Procedure for carefully unravelling knitted rows.
Step-by-step guide for replacing bent or broken needles.
Routine maintenance procedures for the knitting machine.
Instructions for replacing the entire knitting machine unit.