ToWeR T19028 Electric Knife Instruction Manual

T19028
120W
ELECTRIC KNIFE SET

SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
*Subject to registering your Extended Guarantee online at www.towerhousewares.co.uk.

Specifications:

This box contains: Instruction Manual
Storage Case
Electric Knife
Carving Blades
Bread Blades
Carving Fork

1. Storage Case
2. Blades
3. ON/OFF Trigger With Safety Button
4. Blade Release Button
5. Blades
6. Carving Fork

Technical Data

Documentation
We declare that this product conforms to the following product legislation in accordance with the following directive(s):

31).
2009/125/EC| Eco-Design of Energy Related Products.

RK Wholesale LTD Quality Assurance, United Kingdom.

Wiring Safety for UK Use Only
IMPORTANT

As the colours in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, please proceed as follows:
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Blue neutral [N] Brown live [L] Plug Fitting Details (Where Applicable).
The wire coloured blue is the neutral and must be connected to the terminal marked [N] or coloured black.
The wire coloured brown is the live wire and must be connected to the terminal marked [L] or coloured red.
On no account must either the brown or the blue wire be connected to the [EARTH] terminal.
Always ensure that the cord grip is fastened correctly.
The plug must be fitted with a fuse of the same rating already fitted and conforming to BS 1362 and be ASTA approved.
If in doubt consult a qualified electrician who will be pleased to do this for you.

Non-Rewireable Mains Plug. If your appliance is supplied with a nonrewireable plug fitted to the mains lead and should the fuse need replacing, you must use an ASTA approved one (conforming to BS 1362 of the same rating). If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician who will be pleased to do this for you. If you need to remove the plug – disconnect it from the mains – and then cut it off of the mains lead and immediately dispose of it in a safe manner. Never attempt to reuse the plug or insert it into a socket outlet as there is a danger of an electric shock.

WARNING:
This appliance is double insulated.
Do not connect any wire to the earth terminal.

DISPOSAL OF THE UNIT
Appliances bearing the symbol shown here may not be disposed of in domestic rubbish.
You are required to dispose of old electrical and electronic appliances like this separately.
Please visit www.recycle-more.co.uk or www.recyclenow.co.uk for access to information about the recycling of electrical items.
Please visit www.weeeireland.ie for access to information about the recycling of electrical items purchased in Ireland.
The WEEE directive, introduced in August 2006, states that all electrical items must be recycled, rather than taken to landfill.
Please arrange to take this appliance to your local Civic Amenity site for recycling, once it has reached the end of its life.

Important Safety Information

Please read these notes carefully BEFORE using your Tower appliance

• Check that the voltage of the main circuit corresponds with the rating of the appliance before operating.
• Please ensure that the appliance is used on a stable, level, and heat resistant surface.
• DO NOT immerse cords, plugs or any part of the appliance in water or any other liquid.
• DO NOT leave the appliance unattended while it is operating.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children or pets.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction  concerning useof the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
• Children should not play with the appliance.
• Cleaning and user maintenance should not be made by children without supervision.
• Switch off at the wall socket then remove the plug from the socket when not in use or before cleaning.
•  If the supply cord orappliance is damaged, stop using the appliance immediately and seek advice from the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person.
• DO NOT let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter or let it come into contact with any hot surfaces.
• The use of accessory attachments is not recommended by the appliance manufacturer, apart from those supplied with this product.
• DO NOT use extension cords with the appliance.
• DO NOT pull the plug out by the cord as this may damage the plug and/or the cable.
• This appliance is for household use only.
• DO NOT carry the appliance by the power cord.
• DO NOT use the appliance outdoors.
• This product will get hot during use care must be taken when handling
• Never let the power unit, cord or plug get wet.
• DO NOT continuously operate the Electric Knife too long as the motor may overheat. The continuous operating time must  be less than 2 minutes.Let the appliance rest  for at least one minute between every 2-minute cycle. After operating 5 cycles continuously, the appliance needs to cool down to room temperature to restart.
• Blades are sharp. Handle carefully. Always handle blades with hand away from cutting edge. Always store blades with cutting edge away from you.
• DO NOT operate knife in water or under running water.
• Disconnect from the mains supply before changing blades.
• Only use the appliance for its intended use. The manufacturer will not accept any liability for the appliance if subject to improper use or failure to comply with these instructions.
• In the unlikely event the appliance develops a fault, DO NOT attempt to repair it yourself. Stop using it immediately, switch it off and seek advice from the Customer Support Team: +44 (0) 333 220 6066

Before First Use:
Read all instructions and safety information carefully before first use. Please retain this information for future reference.

1. Remove the appliance and all accessories from the packaging. Peel off all adhesive labels, if any.
2. Wash the blades and fork, in warm, soapy water before use.
3. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Your appliance is now ready for normal use.
4. Dispose of the packaging in a responsible manner.

Preparing The Knife:
Note: DO NOT plug the knife into the mains before the blades have been inserted.

1. To prepare the knife for use, begin by installing the blades. To do this, start by removing them from their protective package, taking care to keep your palm on the dull side of the blade and your fingers away from the sharp edge.

2. Lay both blades parallel to each other with the metal pin from one blade to be locked into the slot of the other.

3. Grip both blades together at the blade guard and glide into the housing until they snap in.

4. Test the locked-in security of the blades by applying a light pressure in the reverse direction.
   When attempting to remove the blades to test their security, it is recommended to have the protective sheath fitted in order to avoid an accident.

5. The appliance is now ready for operation.

Removing The Blades:

1. To remove the blades, begin by unplugging the unit from the mains.
2. Once the unit is unplugged, press the blade release button and pull the blades upwards and away from the main body of the unit until they detach completely.
   Note: When removing the blades, take care to keep your palm on the dull side of the blade and your fingers away from the sharp edge.
   CAUTION! ALWAYS disconnect the knife from the mains when removing the blades, to prevent injury.

Using Your Electric Knife:

1. Carefully remove the protective sleeve from the blades.

2. Attach the two blades together as described in the Preparing the Knife section above.

3. Grasp the two hollows of the blade handles and insert the blades into the blade holding holes in the body of the knife. Push both blades into the slot until they click into place. Make sure the blades are secure as per the instructions in the Preparing the Knife section.

4. Plug the appliance into the mains.

5. Holding the handle firmly, place the electric knife directly on the food to be cut.

6. Press the Power ON/OFF trigger along with the safety button. The blades will begin to slice.
   Ease the knife smoothly through the food, applying even pressure. It is not necessary to move the knife back and forth, as the double cutting action of the two blades will slice the food quickly, easily and neatly.

7. To stop cutting, release the pressure on the Power ON/OFF trigger. The appliance will automatically turn off.

8. Unplug the unit from the electrical outlet before removing the cutting blades. Grasp the blade guards on the blade handles with one hand and press the blade release button with the other.
   Then carefully pull the two blades from the holding holes.
   Note: These blades cannot be used to cut poultry bones.

Troubleshooting:

not be plugged into the mains outlet. Please refer to the ‘Preparing the Knife’ section for instructions. CAUTION! DO NOT plug the appliance into the mains outlet before taking the steps outlined in the instructions.
How do I turn off the electric knife?| Release pressure by letting go of the On/Off Button and unplug the appliance from the mains outlet. Please refer to the ‘Removing the Blades’ section and product safety guidelines in the manual to safely remove the blades after turning off the appliance.
Can I cut poultry bones with the knife?| No. the knife is not equipped to cut through poultry bones. Do not use for that purpose.
How do I remove the blades?| Please refer to the “Removing the Blades” section for full instructions.

Cleaning & Care:

• Always switch the unit off and unplug it from the mains before cleaning.

• Remove the blades from the unit body before washing. Slide the blade with a rivet along the slot in the other to separate the two blades.

• Wipe the unit body with a damp cloth and allow it to dry thoroughly. NEVER immerse the power handle in water or other liquid or use abrasive detergents or cleaners.

• Never use metal polish.

• Wash the blades and carving fork in warm soapy water, then dry.
  CAUTION! Take care when cleaning the blades as they are extremely sharp.
  NOTE: The blades can also be washed in the dishwasher.

• The knife is factory lubricated and requires no further user servicing.
  Storing your appliance:

• Store all parts of the appliance and the carving fork together in the storage case that is included in the pack.

• Store in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight.

thank you!
We hope you enjoy your appliance for many years.
This product is guaranteed for 12 months from the date of original purchase.
If any defect arises due to faulty materials of workmanship, the faulty products must be returned to the place of purchase.
Refund or replacement is at the discretion of the retailer.
The Following Conditions Apply:
The product must be returned to the retailer with proof of purchase or a receipt.
The product must be installed and used in accordance with the instructions contained in this instruction guide.
It must be used only for domestic purposes.
It does not cover wear and tear, damage, misuse or consumable parts.
Tower has limited liability for incidental or consequential loss or damage.
This guarantee is valid in the UK and Eire only.
The standard one year guarantee is only extended to the maximum available for each particular product
upon registration of the product within 28 days of purchase. If you do not register the product with us within the 28 day period, your product is guaranteed for 1 year only.
To validate your extended warranty, please visit www.towerhousewares.co.uk and register with us online.
Please note that length of extended warranty offered is dependent on product type and that each qualifying product needs to be registered individually in order to extend its warranty past the standard 1 year.
Extended warranty is only valid with proof of purchase or receipt.
Your warranty becomes void should you decide to use non Tower spare parts.
Spare parts can be purchased from www.towerhousewares.co.uk
Should you have a problem with your appliance, or need any spare parts, please call our Customer Support Team on: +44 (0) 333 220 6066

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References

• Everything you need to know to Recycle More
• Tower Housewares | Household Appliances | 100 Years of Quality
• WEEE Ireland Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Recycling

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