BLACKBADGE BKS020 Professional Electric Knife Sharpener for Kitchen Knives User Guide

BLACKBADGE BKS020 Professional Electric Knife Sharpener for Kitchen

Knives

Product Information

The BKS020 knife sharpener is designed to sharpen almost all kinds of blade materials quickly and effectively. With a real diamond wheel, it ensures durability and long-lasting sharpening performance.

Specifications

• Knife sharpener model: BKS020
• Sharpening wheel material: Diamond
• Coarse grinding wheel grit: 360#
• Fine grinding wheel grit: 600#
• Polishing wheel grit: 1000#

Usage Instructions

Sharpening Procedure:
The sharpening process is the same for each stage.

Usage:

1. Place the knife sharpener on a flat surface and turn on the power switch to start it.
2. Choose the appropriate slot for grinding based on the dullness of the knife.
3. Before using the knife to cut food, wipe the knife blade with a damp cloth to remove any metal filings.
4. If the knife does not cut food easily, repeat Stages 2 and 3.
5. Once sharpening is completed, turn off the power and disconnect the plug after use.

Cautions:

• Do not run your fingers along the edge of the knife to check sharpness. Handle knives with extreme care to avoid injury. Never insert the tip of the knife into the blade guide first and push through, as this could damage the knife sharpener and your knife.
• Before using the knife to slice food, always wipe the knife blade with a damp cloth to remove any metal filings remaining from the sharpening process.

Suitable Knives
The BKS020 knife sharpener is suitable for various types of kitchen knives.

FAQ

• What should I do if the knife does not cut food easily after sharpening?
  If the knife does not cut food with ease, repeat Stages 2 and 3 of the sharpening process.

• How often should I sharpen my knives?
  The frequency of sharpening depends on the blade material. Softer blades may need more frequent sharpening compared to harder blades that retain their edge for longer periods.

• How can I contact customer service for warranty issues?
  Please contact us at service@blackbadgesharp.com for any warranty-related queries.

DISCLAIMER

This warranty disclaimer outlines the terms and conditions of the warranty coverage for your electric knife sharpener and the limitations of liability associated with it. Please read this disclaimer carefully before using the product. By using the product, you agree to be bound by the terms and conditions set forth herein.

Warranty Coverage:

1. If during the warranty period, the product is found to be defective due to manufacturing or workmanship issues, the manufacturer will replace the product free of charge.
2. This warranty is valid only for the original purchaser and is not transferable.

Warranty Exclusions:

This warranty does not cover:

• Damage resulting from misuse, abuse, or improper maintenance of the product.
• Normal wear and tear of the product, including sharpening wheels.
• Any modification or attempted repair of the product by unauthorized personnel.
• Damage caused by accidents, fire, flood, or other natural disasters.
• Cosmetic damage or non-functional parts that do not affect the product’s performance.

The product must be used according to the manufacturer’s instructions and guidelines. Failure to do so may void the warranty.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

ADVANTAGE

THE ADVANTAGE OF BKS020
Our BKS020 knife sharpener can help you create 20 20-degree edges for your knife and keep it very easily.

Tips: Sharpening Angles for Knives.

• Most knives have a bevel on both sides. When we tell someone that they should put a 20-degree angle on a knife, we mean that they should sharpen each side to 20 degrees. This creates a total angle of 40 degrees. It is the worldwide professional chefs’ and serious cooks’ experience that kitchen knives sharpened to 20 degrees cut very well and are still durable.
• A 20-degree angle is common for general-purpose kitchen knives.
• Our BKS020 knife sharpener with a real diamond wheel can sharpen almost all kinds of blade materials quickly, and the wheel itself lasts a long time.

Tips: Blade Material

• The type of blade material will affect how frequently you need to sharpen your knives.
• Softer blades are typically easier to sharpen but struggle to maintain their edge.
• Harder blades, on the other hand, generally retain their edge for longer periods but require more time and effort when it comes to sharpening. Some knife steels are designed to be highly wear-resistant. They can maintain their edge for an extended period but are more challenging to sharpen.

Kitchen knife HRC(Rockwell Hardness Scale) chart

FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS

1. Three-section sharpener with functions of coarse grinding, fine grinding and polishing.
2. Made of diamond material, suitable for all metal and ceramic knives.
3. Utilizes the elastic constant force of diamond to design the structure, with balanced and powerful grinding force.
4. The knife sharpener comes with the Angle Guide function.
5. The grinding head is made of special material, which can protect the sides of the knife from being scratched when it is sharpened.
6. With the function of debris collection and easy to clean.

USAGE METHOD

Sharpening Procedure(same for each stage):
Begin by placing the knife in the slot of each stage in use, so the side of the blade rests against the outside face of the blade guide and the cutting edge makes contact with the sharpening wheel.

Slowly pull the knife towards you through the slot, making sure to keep the cutting edge parallel with the table or countertop except when sharpening the tip of the blade. To sharpen the tip, slightly raise the knife handle as you draw the curved portion of the blade through the slots. Pass the knife through both the left and right slots three times, alternating between them. When drawing the knife through the slots, allow approximately one second for every two inches of blade. For instance, if you are sharpening a knife with an 8-inch blade, each pass should take approximately four seconds.

Note:
The greater the curve on the blade, the more you will need to lift the handle; conversely, with less curve, less lifting will be necessary. Some blades may not have a curve, in which case lifting the handle while drawing the tip through the slots is unnecessary.

Never operate the sharpener from the back side. Apply just enough downward pressure when sharpening to ensure consistent and uniform contact of the blade with the abrasive disks during each stroke. Excessive pressure is unnecessary and will not expedite the sharpening process. Be cautious not to cut into the plastic enclosure. Accidentally cutting into the enclosure will not affect the sharpener’s functionality or damage the blade’s edge.

Usage:

1. Place the knife sharpener on a flat surface and turn on the power switch to start it.

2. Choose the appropriate slot for grinding by the dullness of the knife.
   If the blade is very dull or if you are sharpening the knife for the first time, start with:
   

   • STAGE 1 – Coarse Grinding:
     This is the coarsest and most aggressive stage, designed to remove more material from the knife blade than the other stages. Pull the knife from the heel to the tip along the curve of the blade at a steady speed. (As shown in Fig. 1)
     (Note: Do not use stage 1 for sharpening serrated blades.)
     If your knife is somewhat dull, begin with:
     

   • STAGE 2 – Fine Grinding:
     This stage continues the grinding process by giving the blade a precision edge. It’s suitable for the daily maintenance of knives. (Fine grinding can eliminate burrs and grinding marks on the edge left by coarse grinding, making the edge smoother and sharper. It’s recommended to perform precision grinding on frequently used kitchen knives once a week.) (See Fig. 2)
     If your knife just needs a touch-up sharpening, start with:
     

   • STAGE 3 – Polishing:
     This stage is suitable for polishing the blade after fine grinding. (Polishing can remove tiny burrs and grinding marks on the edge, making it smoother and more lustrous. Polishing is recommended on the edge after each sharpening of the knife.) (See Fig. 3)

3. Before using the knife to cut food, always wipe the knife blade with a damp cloth to remove any metal filings that may have accumulated during sharpening.

4. If the knife does not cut food with ease, repeat Stages 2 and 3.

5. Once sharpening is completed, turn off the power and disconnect the plug after use.

CAUTION:

• Do not run your fingers along the edge of the knife to check sharpness. To avoid injury, handle knives with extreme care.
• Never insert the tip of the knife into the blade guide first and push through. This could damage the knife sharpener and your knife.
• Before using the knife to slice food, always wipe the knife blade with a damp cloth to remove any metal filings that may remain from the sharpening process.

SUITABLE KNIVES

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

• Q: How can I tell if my knife is sharp?
  A: Use it to slice food. If the knife does not slice the food with ease, it needs additional sharpening. Repeat Stages 2 and 3.
  CAUTION! Do not run your fingers along the edge of the knife to check sharpness.

• Q: My knife is not sharp and I’ve gone through the whole knife sharpening procedure twice. What am I doing wrong?
  A: Although unusual, there are times when you will have to repeat Stages 1,2 and 3 more than once. This may occur during the first sharpening of a knife that has been improperly sharpened by another process previously.

  • It may also occur when sharpening knives of tempered steel which have extremely hard blades, such as some hunting knives.
  • To sharpen these types of knives with the BLACKBADGE knife sharpener, simply continue to repeat Stages 1,2 and 3 until the knife cuts food easily.
  • Depending on the condition of the knife blade, you may have to repeat the process several times. In extreme cases, this could be 10 times or more.
  • This extended process will only be necessary the first time you use the knife sharpener for this type of knife. Thereafter, you will be able to sharpen your knife following the normal sharpening procedure.

• Q: Sometimes the sharpening wheels stall when I am drawing the knife through the blade guide slots. What causes this?
  A: The knife sharpener is designed so that very little effort is needed to draw the knife through the blade guide slots. If downward pressure is applied to the knife as it is being drawn through the slots, the sharpening wheels will stall.

• Q: How do I get an even edge on my knife?
  A: To get an even edge, be sure to hold the cutting edge of the knife parallel to the table or the countertop while sharpening. When sharpening the tip of the blade, lift the knife handle slightly as the curved portion of the blade is drawn through the blade guide slots.

• Q: Occasionally I see sparks when sharpening my knives. What causes this?
  A: Knives with high carbon content (usually higher quality knives) sometimes will spark when they come in contact with the sharpening wheels. This is normal.

• Q: Can I sharpen serrated knives with my BLACKBADGE knife sharpener?
  A: No, Each time the serrated knife is sharpened, a portion of the serration will be removed. Over a long period, the serration on the knife may be completely removed.

• Q: What’s the sharpening angle of the electric knife sharpener?
  A: 20 degrees, is common for general-purpose kitchen and outdoor knives.

SAFETY INSTRUCTION

Notice:
According to the risk and injury degree, safety instructions are classified as “Prohibiting “, “Warning ” and “Prompting “.

Prohibiting

1. Be careful to avoid electric shock. Do not use wet hands to operate. Do not immerse it in water or other liquids.
   Warning

2. Make sure the power switch of the knife sharpener is disconnected before powering it on.

3. Please turn off the power supply if the knife sharpener will not be used for a long time (e.g., going on vacation).

4. Please place the knife sharpener on a stationary table, keeping it away from the heat and out of reach of children or pets.

5. Do not use the equipment if the wire or plug is damaged, the knife sharpener is malfunctioning, or if there is any damage. Please do not disassemble and repair the machine without authorization. It must be repaired by professional maintenance personnel before it can be used again.
   Caution

6. Make sure the knife is clean before sharpening and follow the instructions in the Manual.

7. The knife should be pulled back evenly immediately after being placed in the sharpener. Do not push forward.

8. Do not exert too much force while sharpening to ensure constant force and uniform speed.

9. Do not attempt to sharpen scissors, axes, or any knife that cannot move freely in the grinding slot.

10. It can’t be used to sharpen serrated knives.

11. Do not use with oil, water or lubricants.

MAINTENANCE METHOD

1. This knife sharpener is not suitable for use in direct sunlight or damp environments.
2. Turn off the switch in time after use.
3. The outside of the knife sharpener should be wiped clean with a damp cloth and do not immerse it in water or other liquids.
4. The debris collecting tank at the bottom of the sharpener should be cleaned in time after each use.
5. It is recommended to use the product at least once every three months to prevent aging.

WARRANTY

Warranty Description:

1. The electric sharpener is covered by a warranty for 2 years from the date of purchase, only the main body is in the warranty range.
2. Do not cover the mechanical surface or colour changes due to normal use, and the damages caused by unduly intensive usage or mishandling: overheating, dropping or intended breakage of product.
3. Ensure the warranty service, complete preservation of original package and purchase receipt.

The warranty is void in these cases:

1. The product was used unreasonably or improperly.
2. The defect of the product was caused by natural hazards (fire, flood etc).

For any warranty issues, please contact us at service@blackbadgesharp.com please visit www.blackbadgesharp.com to get more details about BKS020 and more sharpening articles.

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