PROGRESS EEK2017805 Electric Can Opener Instruction Manual
- June 5, 2024
- PROGRESS
Table of Contents
PROGRESS EEK2017805 Electric Can Opener
Please retain instructions for future reference.
Safety Instructions
- When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed.
- Check that the voltage indicated on the rating plate corresponds with that of the local network before connecting the appliance to the mains power supply.
- Children aged from 8 years and people with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge can use this appliance, only if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
- Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
- Unless they are older than 8 and supervised, children should not perform cleaning or user maintenance.
- This appliance is not a toy.
- This appliance contains no user serviceable parts. If the power supply cord, plug or any part of the appliance is malfunctioning, or if the appliance has been dropped or damaged, only a qualified electrician should carry out repairs. Improper repairs may place the user at risk of harm.
- Keep the appliance and its power supply cord out of the reach of children.
- Keep the appliance out of the reach of children when it is switched on or plugged in.
- Keep the appliance and its power supply cord away from heat or sharp edges that could cause damage.
- Keep the appliance away from other heat emitting appliances.
- Keep hands, fingers, hair and any loose clothing away from the rotating tools of the appliance.
- Do not immerse the electrical components of this appliance in water or any other liquid.
- Do not operate the appliance with wet hands.
- Do not leave the appliance unattended whilst connected to the mains power supply.
- Do not remove the appliance from the mains power supply by pulling the cord; switch it off and remove the plug by hand.
- Do not pull or carry the appliance by its power supply cord.
- Do not allow the power supply cord to hang over worktops, touch hot surfaces or become twisted.
- Do not use the appliance if it has been dropped, if there are visible signs of damage or if it is leaking.
- Do not use the appliance for anything other than its intended use.
- Do not use any accessories other than those supplied.
- Do not use any damaged accessories.
- Do not use this appliance outdoors.
- Do not store the appliance in direct sunlight or in high humidity conditions. Do not move the appliance whilst it is in use.
- Do not touch any moving parts on this appliance during use, as this could cause injury.
- Do not use broken or loose cutting or rotating blades.
- Switch off the appliance and disconnect it from the mains power supply before changing or fitting accessories.
- Always unplug the appliance after use and before any cleaning or user maintenance.
- The cutting blade is sharp, care must be taken when handling or removing the piercing lever for cleaning or user maintenance.
- The cut edges of the can and lid will be sharp, take care when handling. Do not touch hot surfaces. The lid, can and metal parts of the appliance can become hot when in use. Allow to cool before handling them and always use the handles on the product.
- Always use the appliance on a flat, stable surface, at a height that is comfortable for the user.
- Use of an extension cord with the appliance is not recommended.
This appliance should not be operated by means of an external timer or
separate remote control system, other than that supplied with this appliance.
This appliance is intended for domestic use only. It should not be used for
commercial purposes.
Misuse of the appliance could potentially cause injury to the user. Warning:
Avoid contact with moving parts. Take care when handling sharp objects. Do not
use to open pressurised cans or cans with flammable contents.
Care and Maintenance
Before attempting any cleaning or maintenance, switch off and unplug the
electric can opener from the mains power supply and allow it to cool fully.
STEP 1: Wipe the electric can opener with a soft, damp cloth and allow to
dry thoroughly.
STEP 2: Remove the piercing lever by lifting it to a vertical position
and gently pull the lever forward, taking care of the blade. Wash in warm,
soapy water, then rinse and dry thoroughly.
Never touch the blade; using extreme caution, clean the blade with a brush and
dry carefully.
Do not immerse the electric can opener in water or any other liquid. Do not
use harsh or abrasive detergents or scourers to clean the electric can opener,
as this could cause damage.
The electric can opener is not safe for dishwasher use.
Note: The electric can opener should be cleaned after each use. The blade may
collect food and paper particles from labels.
Warning: Handle the piercing lever with care as the blades are sharp. Exercise
caution when attaching, removing, cleaning or storing the blade.
Description of Parts
- 3 in 1 Electric Can Opener Main Unit
- Piercing Lever
- Magnet
- Drive Wheel
- Bottle Opener
- Knife Sharpener
- Power Cord Storage
- Air Intake
- Guide Pin
Instructions for Use
Before First Use
Wash the piecing lever in warm, soapy water, then rinse and dry thoroughly,
following the instructions in the section entitled ‘Care and Maintenance’.
Wipe the electric can opener main unit with a soft, damp cloth and allow to
dry thoroughly. Never touch the blade; using extreme caution, clean the blade
with a brush and dry carefully. Do not immerse the electric can opener main
unit in water or any other liquid.
Note: When using the electric can opener for the first time, a slight odour may be emitted. This is normal and will soon subside. Allow for sufficient ventilation around the electric can opener.
Using the 3 in 1 Electric Can Opener
The piercing lever attachment must be securely fitted before use; do not
attempt to remove the lever until the electric can opener has stopped and
cooled down.
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STEP 1: Place the electric can opener on a flat, stable surface and plug in at the mains power supply.
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STEP 2: Raise the piercing lever to its vertical position.
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STEP 3: Insert a can into the electric can opener so that the lower edge of the can lip rests on the top of the drive wheel whilst the upper edge rests just below the guide pin.
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STEP 4: Lower the piercing lever to its horizontal position. Check that the cutting edge of the piercing lever is on the inside of the can lip.
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STEP 5: Push the piercing lever down firmly and hold until the lid is pierced and the cutting rotation begins.
Once the rotation begins, the piercing lever does not need to be held. -
STEP 6: Once the can has been opened, the rotation will automatically stop. The can will remain in position until the piercing lever is raised.
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STEP 7: To release, grasp the can firmly in one hand and raise the piercing lever with the other. The magnet will hold the lid in place.
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STEP 8: Switch off and unplug the electric can opener from the mains power supply once finished.
Note: The magnet cannot support the full weight of a can; it is designed to
support the weight of a can lid to prevent the lid from falling inside of the
can once it has been opened.
Caution: Always unplug the product from the power supply when it is not in use
or left unattended.
If the edge of the can is dented or damaged, guide the can through the cutting
rotation manually until that section of the can has passed. Warning: Be
careful when removing the can and the lid, as the edges will be sharg,
Using as a Bottle Opener
Check that the bottle and metal bottle cap are clean. Place the electric can
opener on a flat, stable surface.
STEP 1: Hold the body of the bottle and position the metal cap underneath
the top edge of the bottle opener. With a free hand, steady the top of the
electric can opener.
STEP 2: Push the lower part of the bottle in a downwards direction to
lever the metal cap away from the bottle.
Note: Not suitable for removing screw caps.
Using as a Knife Sharpener
Check that the knife that is going to be sharpened is clean and grease free.
Place the electric can opener on a flat, stable surface, positioned sideways
to the edge of the work surface.
STEP 1: Hold the top of the electric can opener with one hand to steady
it.
STEP 2: Insert the heel of the knife into the knife sharpener guide slot
on the back of the electric can opener, as illustrated in the diagram.
STEP 3: Push the piercing lever down firmly and carefully draw the blade
of the knife from left to right while lightly applying pressure.
STEP 4: Repeat 10 times to sharpen the knife.
Note: Not suitable for sharpening serrated, hollow ground or ceramic
knives. Not suitable for sharpening scissors
Warning: Be careful when sharpening the knife to avoid injury. Keep hands
away from the sharp edge of the knife at all times.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Storage
Check that the electric can opener is cool, clean and dry before storing in a
cool, dry place. Never wrap the cord tightly around the electric can opener,
use the cord storage on the back of the electric can opener.
Speciflcations
- Product code: EK4634P
- Input: 230 V – 50 Hz
- Output: 70 W
Connection to the Mains
Please check that the voltage indicated on the product corresponds with your
supply voltage.
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)
FOR UK USE ONLY – Plug fitting details Fuse (where applicable). Neutral wire
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 (-:4:-).
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 non-rewireable plug fitted to the mains
lead and should the fuse need replacing, you must use one that is ASTA
approved (conforming to BS 1 362 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, then cut it off
the mains lead and immediately dispose of it safely. Never attempt to reuse
the plug or insert it into a socket outlet as there is a danger of an electric
shock.
UU GloUol Sourcing UU Ltd.,
UU. IUanoUenter GLU UDD.
Germany. 51144 K111n.
If this product does not reach you in an acceptable condition please contact
our
Customer Services Department at
www.progreucookshop.com
Please have your delivery note to hand as details from it will be required. If
you wish to return this product, please return it to the retailer from where
it was purchased with your receipt (subject to their terms and conditions).
Guarantee
All products purchased as new carry a manufacturer’s guarantee; the time
period of the guarantee will vary dependent upon the product. Where reasonable
proof of purchase can be provided, Progress will provide a standard 1 2 month
guarantee with the retailer from the date of purchase. This is only applicable
when products have been used as instructed for their intended, domestic use.
Any misuse or dismantling of products will invalidate any guarantee.
Under the guarantee, we undertake to repair or replace free of any charge any
parts found to be defective. In the event that we cannot provide an exact
replacement, a similar product will be offered or the cost refunded. Any
damages from daily wear and tear are not covered by this guarantee, nor are
consumables such as plugs, fuses etc.
Please note that the above terms and conditions may be updated from time to
time and we therefore recommend that you check these each time you revisit the
website.
Nothing in this guarantee or in the instructions relating to this product
excludes, restricts or otherwise affects your statutory rights.
The crossed out wheelie bin symbol on this item indicates that this appliance needs to be disposed of in an environmentally friendly way when it becomes of no further use or has worn out. Contact your local authority for details of where to take the item for recycling.
Manufactured by:
UP Global Sourcing UK Ltd., UK. Manchester OL9 ODD. Germany. 51149 Koln. Made
in China.
CD230421/MD141021/Vl
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