Sharpening Knives - Proctor Silex 75224-MX Uso Y Cuidado

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Using Your Can Opener
1. Place can opener on level surface.
2. Plug cord into electrical outlet.
3. Raise piercing lever up.
4. Place rim of can firmly under can guide and against
geared wheel.
5. Tilt top of can in, to position cutting blade inside rim of can.
6. Press piercing lever all the way down.
7. The motor will begin turning can and cutting lid. (It is
not necessary to hold the piercing lever down or to
hold the can during the cutting action.)
8. The motor will automatically stop when the can is open.

Sharpening Knives

1. Place cutting edge of knife in the
knife slot located on the back of the
can opener.
2. Draw the knife blade through the
slot several times.
NOTE: Serrated blades should
never be inserted into this unit.
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(Feature on selected models.)
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Cleaning Your Can Opener
1. Unplug cord from electrical outlet.
2. Remove complete cutting assembly
as shown. Push piercing lever up
and to the left. It will pop out of a
locked position.
3. Wash cutting assembly in hot,
soapy water. Rinse and dry
thoroughly.
4. Wipe body of can opener with
damp cloth. NEVER immerse
the can opener in water.
5. To reassemble, place knob on back
of cutting assembly into large end
of keyhole as shown. Push to the
right until it snaps into place.
Hints for Best Use
• The can opener will easily open all standard size cans.
• On some models it will be necessary to position can
opener at edge of counter, allowing for clearance to
open cans taller than the can opener.
• If there is a bump, dent, or heavy seam in the rim of the can,
open the other end of the can or start cutter just beyond it.
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