Hamilton Beach 76378 Use & Care - Page 3

840098300 ENv01.qxd 2/14/02 8:38 AM Page 4 Using Your Can Opener 1. Place can opener on level surface. 2. Plug cord into electrical outlet. 3. Raise cutting assembly lever. 4. Place rim of can firmly under can guide pin and against geared wheel. 5. Press lever all the way down. 6. The motor will begin turning can and cutting lid. (It is not necessary (Use the flip-up magnet to to hold the lever down or to hold easily see can position.) the can during the cutting action.) 7. The motor will automatically stop when the can is open. Knife Sharpener Insert blade into the slot and pull the knife through and slightly up toward you. Most knives can be sharpened with 5 to 6 passes. Clean knife after sharpening. NOTE: Serrated blades should never be inserted into this unit. Cord Storage and Lock When finished, unplug and push the excess cord into the back of the unit for storage. To lock the cord, turn cord sideways and slide up into cord lock slot. 4 Cleaning Your Can Opener 1. Unplug cord from electrical outlet. 2. To remove cutting assembly, push release/insert button to right. Grasp magnetic lid holder and pull lever out. 3. Wash lever in hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. 4. Wipe body of can opener with a damp cloth. NEVER immerse the can opener in water. 5. To insert cutting assembly, push release/insert button to right and insert the lever. 6. Ensure lever is fully inserted into the can opener. Fully Inserted Incorrectly Inserted 5