MODEL 560 - Knitting Machine Operation Manual - YARN PREPARATION FOR KNITTING

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MODEL 560 knitting machine operation manual explains safe handling, setup, and pattern-capable operation across configurations, including the combination with the ribber and related accessories. It emphasizes reading the manual thoroughly to prevent misuse and irreversible damage, and provides technical precautions such as keeping the machine away from direct sunlight, heat sources, and excessive humidity or dust. The guide then details yarn preparation requirements, including suitable yarn thickness, winding from a hank using a yarn ball winder, and using optional accessories like a skein holder.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryTechnology

FormatPDF

Pages124

Reading Time5 h 12 min

AccessFree to download

YARN PREPARATION FOR KNITTING

SETTING UP THE KNITTER

GET TO KNOW THE NAMES OF THE FUNCTIONAL PARTS

STANDARD CARRIAGE (with Arm)

KNIT CONTOUR (RADAR)

ROW COUNTER

PATTERN PANEL

NEEDLE BED

ACCESSORIES

OPERATIONMANUAL MODEL 560100100 Congratulations on your purchase of this technologically advanced and sophisticatedknitting machine. This Operation Manual is divided into sections -for the knitting machine,itscombination with the Ribber,and with the Automatic Yarn Changer.So refer tothe section according to the combination of the machine you own. It is strongly advised to read this manual thoroughly so as to avoid any misuse ofthis machine,and which may cause the machine to be damaged irreparably. Extensive use of this machine will be sure to satisfy your creativity in knitting andwill invite you into the broader world of machine knitting. MODEL 560 KNITTING MACHINE MODEL 560 WITH RIBBER …… ………… … ……………………………………………………………… TECHNICAL HINTS pages 100-116 PRECAUTION This machine must be kept away from the following places since electronic com-ponents are vulnerable to those conditions. 1.Direct and strong sun light. 2.Near to heater,or a place of excessively high temperature. 3.Excessively humid or dusty. When the machine is not in use,disconnect the plug from the A.C.mains,otherwisethe Transformer continues to consume electric power even if the ON-OFF switchis turned off. TO USE THE KNITTER CONTENTS page YARN PREPARATION FOR KNITTING…………………………………………………………………………2 SETTING UP THE KNITTER………………………………………………………………………………………………3 GET TO KNOW THE NAMES OF THE FUNCTIONAL PARTS…………………………5 ACCESSORIES…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………6 THREADING THE AUTO-TENSION……………………………………………………………………………………8 NEEDLE AND NEEDLE POSITIONS…………………………………………………………………………………9 CAM LEVER AND STITCH DIAL……………………………………………………………………………………10 CAST-ON AND STOCKINET KNITTING………………………………………………………………………11 REMOVING THE FABRIC FROM THE MACHINE…………………………………………………14 PATTERN CARD………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………15 PATTERN CONTROLS…………………………………………………………………………………………………………16 PREPARATION FOR PATTERN KNITTING……………………………………………………………………19 Setting up the machine for pattern knitting………………………………………………………………19 Setting the Card Stand and Pattern Card…………………………………………………………………………20 Setting the pattern controls ………………………………………………………………………………………………21 KNIT-IN(FAIR ISLE)……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………23 SINGLE MOTIF……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………24 TUCK STITCH………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………26 SLIP STITCH ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………28 TUCK/SLIP STITCH PATTERN IN COLOURS…………………………………………………………………29 WEAVING……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………30 PLATING…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………32 PUNCH LACE………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………33 LACE CARRIAGE AND ACCESSORIES………………………………………………………………………34 SETTING THE LACE CARRIAGE ON THE NEEDLE BED…………………………………35 CAM LEVER AND STITCH DIAL……………………………………………………………………………………36 CAST-ON AND STOCKINET KNITTING………………………………………………………………………37 KNITTING LACE STITCH PATTERNS………………………………………………………………………………41 PLAIN LACE…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………43 FASHION LACE…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………44 SECTIONAL KNITTING ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………46 REPACKING THE KNITTER ……………………………………………………………………………………………………48 ① ② ③ # YARN PREPARATION FOR KNITTING A yarn of suitable thickness or kind has to be used according to the type ofknitting.For knitting on the Knitter,the yarn having the thickness close tothe yarns(2-3)in the left photo is recommended.When the Ribber is con-nected,the yarn having the thickness close to the yarns(1-2)in the leftphoto is recommended. Correct preparation of the selected yarn is also a very important step toassure proper knitting. It is not possible to knit from a hank of yarn or hand wound ball,as formachine knitting it is essential for the yarn to feed into the machine freely.Place the hank onto your arms or a Skein Holder and wind into

FAQs

What precautions should be taken to avoid damaging the knitting machine?

Keep the machine away from direct and strong sunlight, heaters or excessively high temperature areas, and excessively humid or dusty places. When not in use, disconnect the plug from the A.C. mains to prevent the transformer from consuming power even if the ON-OFF switch is off.

Why can’t you knit directly from a hank of yarn or a hand-wound ball?

Machine knitting requires the yarn to feed into the machine freely, which typically isn’t possible with a hank or a hand-wound ball.

How should yarn be prepared and wound for use?

Use a yarn thickness suitable for the knitting configuration, then wind it into a ball using a yarn ball winder. Ensure the yarn end comes out freely when rewound without lifting the ball from the table, and consider waxing the yarn while winding.

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