ZAKARIAN 11 Piece Knife Block Set Instruction Manual
- June 14, 2024
- ZAKARIAN
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11 Piece Knife Block Set
Instruction Manual
11 Piece Knife Block Set
To my fellow
home chefs, I am incredibly excited to bring new kitchen innovations to your
home. With the Zakaria by Dash Collection, we have created high quality
products that will help you cook like a pro. Have fun!
Cheers, 
PARTS & FEATURES
ABOUT
YOUR KNIVES
ABOUT YOUR ZAKARIAN BY DASH MAGNETIC KNIFE BLOCK
The Zakaria Knife Block is the perfect way to store and display your
collection of Zakaria Knives.
The Knife Block holds between 7-10 knives at a time, depending on the size of
the knife.
The interior of the Knife Block contains invisible magnetic strips that the
knives will hold to firmly.
Only store DRY knives in the Knife Block, and only store knives when the Knife
Block itself is dry.
CAUTION: because the sides of the Knife Block are not enclosed, there is
some danger when removing knives, as the Blades may slide out of the side.
Always lift knives directly vertically when removing.
CARE & USE
DANGER: Knives are sharp! Store safely away from children. Knives are not
for use by children.
Using your Zakarian by Dash Cutlery for purposes other than cutting food may
result in the blade breaking or personal injury. DO NOT use Knives for opening
cans or bottles, or as a makeshift screwdriver, saw, or other tool.
Your Zakarian by Dash Cutlery are not designed for cutting through food that
is frozen solid, or cutting through solid bone.
Before first use, wash all knives by hand (see Cleaning & Maintenance). Sharp
knives are safe knives! Keep blades sharp to ensure they are easy to cut with.
Cut away from the body. Hold by the handle when cutting, not by the blade.
For longevity and sharpness, use a cutting board when slicing. Knives are best
used on cutting surfaces including wood or plastic. Stone, glass, and
stainless steel surfaces may dull the blades of your knives if used as a
cutting surface.
For maximum longevity, knives are best stored in a knife block, on a magnetic
strip, or in a knife case. When storing in a drawer, it is best to protect
knives in sheaths (if included).
SHARPENING YOUR ZAKARIAN BY DASH CUTLERY
You can sharpen your Zakarian by Dash Cutlery using a handheld or electric
knife sharpener or a handheld steel.
To sharpen your knife, run it through the notch in the knife sharpener while
lightly applying pressure.
Your knife sharpener may have settings from coarse to fine. Fine sharpening
settings should be used for general maintenance, while coarse settings can be
used to completely reshape the blade.
To use a sharpening steel, hold it in your non-dominant hand with the end of
the steel resting against a stable surface.
Start at the top of the steel and pull the blade down and toward you. Hold the
blade at a 14° angle to the steel. Repeat after by placing the other side of
the knife blade on the other side of the steel.
After sharpening knives using any method, always wash to remove excess steel
from the blade before using.
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
Cleaning your Knives
Do not clean your Zakarian by Dash Cutlery using a detergent that has natural
citrus, as this may cause corrosion.
Your Zakarian by Dash Cutlery is dishwasher safe, however washing them in this
way may shorten their lifespan and cause them to dull more quickly.
Hand washing with a non-abrasive cloth or sponge is recommended. Do not leave
knives soaking in water for long periods of time.
Promptly dry after cleaning using a dry towel. Dry from the back of the handle
toward the knife edge.
Cleaning your Knife Block Hand wash only. Use a warm, damp cloth or a
soft soapy sponge to wipe
down the Knife Block and wipe dry. DO NOT submerge the Knife Block in water or
leave the surface wet for extended periods of time.
Do not use harsh or abrasive sponges or metal brushes on the Zakarian Knife
Block as this may scratch the exterior.
The Zakarian Knife Block is not dishwasher safe.
You can extend the life of the Knife Block’s natural bamboo by treating it
with mineral oil or a cutting board oil. This protects the bamboo surface from
splitting. Treat with oil every 2-3 months for best results.
GENERAL KNIFE TIPS
High quality, sharp and durable knives are some of the most important tools in
your kitchen, making food prep easier and saving you time and frustration. If
you don’t have the right tools in your kitchen, your meals won’t turn out how
you want them to.
Always hold your knife in your dominant hand.
Always cut away from yourself, never toward you.
Be sure you’re using the right knife for the job: a steak knife won’t be able
to cut the same ingredients as a chef’s knife.
You’ll usually cut food using the center of the knife’s blade. Use the heel
(or back of the knife) for added leverage when cutting tougher ingredients and
foods, like potatoes. Use the tip of the knife when you’re cutting softer
items.
When cutting large or round produce, try slicing it in half first to create a
flat surface, then continue cutting from there.
Grip Technique 1 – The Handle Grip
Use your entire hand to grip the handle behind the bolster. This grip gives
you a solid and comfortable feel with the knife: a good choice for novice
chefs and people with smaller hands.
Grip Technique 2 – The Blade Grip (or The Pinch Grip)
The blade grip, also referred to as the “pinch grip,” is preferred by many
experienced cooks and chefs. Your thumb and forefinger rest on each side of
the blade in front of the bolster, as if you were pinching the blade, while
wrapping your middle, ring, and pinky fingers around the handle. CUSTOMER
SUPPORT
DREAM TEAM IN YOUR KITCHE
Chef Geoffrey Zakarian has teamed up with Dash, a leading manufacturer of
cookware and kitchen tools, to bring you high-quality professional grade
products specifically designed for home use.
This collection provides a combination of innovation, craftsmanship and
culinary expertise that will elevate your cooking endeavors. With
groundbreaking products, Zakarian by Dash makes cooking like a pro at home a
reality.
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
Contact Customer Support regarding repairs to the product. We welcome and
value all concerns and questions from our customers. Please do not hesitate to
contact us for product support, warranty, and maintenance related questions
directly at: 1-800-898-6970 from 9AM-
9PM EST, Monday-Friday, or by email at [email protected].
REPAIRS
Do not attempt to repair the product yourself under any circumstances. Contact
Customer Support regarding repairs to the product.
WARRANTY
DASH – 1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Your Zakarian by Dash product is warranted to be free from defects in material
and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of the original
purchase when utilized for normal and intended household use. Should any
defect covered by the terms of the limited warranty be discovered within one
(1) year, Dash will repair or replace the defective part. To process a
warranty claim, contact Customer Support at
1-800-898-6970 for further assistance
and instruction. A Customer Support agent will assist you by troubleshooting
minor problems. If troubleshooting fails to fix the problem, a return
authorization will be issued. Proof of purchase indicating the date and place
of purchase is required and should accompany the return. You must also include
your full name, shipping address, and telephone number.
We are unable to ship returns to a PO box. Dash will not be responsible for
delays or unprocessed claims resulting from a purchaser’s failure to provide
any or all of the necessary information. Freight costs must be prepaid by the
purchaser.
Send all inquiries to [email protected].
There are no express warranties except as listed above.
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY
OF THE CUSTOMER. DASH SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES OR FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT
EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT REQUIRED BY APPLICABLE LAW. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED
IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. Some states do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations
on how long an implied warranty lasts. Therefore, the above exclusions or
limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal
rights and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.
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For customer service inquiries, contact
800-898-6970
[email protected]