amazonbasics Electric Can Opener Instructions
- June 7, 2024
- AmazonBasics
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amazonbasics Electric Can Opener Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Read these instructions carefully and retain them for future use. If this product is passed to a third party, then these instructions must be included.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons including the following: the following:
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- To protect against risk of electrical shock do not put in water or other liquid.
- This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are closely supervised and instructed concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance
- Unplug from the outlet when not in use, before assembling or disassembling parts and before cleaning. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
- Avoid contacting moving parts.
- Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
- The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
- Do not use outdoors.
- Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
- Do not let cord contact hot surface, including the stove.
- Do not open pressurized (aerosol-type) cans
- Do not open cans of flammable liquids such as lighter fluids.
- This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way.
CAUTION:
Risk of cuts! The blade is very sharp. Be cautious when handling the
blade bracket.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Parts Description
- A. Magnet
- B. Locating post
- C. Blade
- D. Drive wheel
- E. Bottle cap opener
- F. Blade bracket
- G. Blade sharpener
- H. Cable storage
- I. Polarized plug
Intended Use
- This product is intended for opening cans with rims, bottle caps and sharpening knives and scissors.
- This product should not be used to open cans designed to open by another method, such as a pull tab, peel-off foil seal, or rolling key. This product cannot be used to open rimless cans or cans with angled corners.
- This product is intended for household use only. It is not intended for commercial use.
- This product is intended to be used in dry indoor areas only.
- No liability will be accepted for damages resulting from improper use or noncompliance with these instructions.
Before First Use
- Check the product for transport damages.
DANGER
Risk of suffocation! Keep any packaging materials away from children –
these materials are a potential source of danger, e.g. suffocation.
Operation
Connecting to power
- Pull out the power cord to its full length from the cable storage (H) compartment.
- Connect the polarized plug (I) to a power outlet.
- After use, unplug and stow the power cord in the cable storage (H) compartment.
Opening a can
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Raise the blade bracket (F) enough to wedge the can between the cutting blade (C) and drive wheel (D). The top of the can rim should be in contact with the locating post (B).
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Press the blade bracket (F) down all the way to pierce the lid and start the cutting process. Once the bracket is pushed, the motor starts rotating the can.
NOTICE
For cans weighing more than 18 oz. (510 g), hold the product steady to prevent the product from tipping over.
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When the can is opened, the product stops automatically. To remove the can, hold it with one hand and raise the blade bracket (F) with the other hand.
CAUTION
Risk of injury! The cut edges of a can and lid can be sharp. Avoid touching these parts when removing them from the product.
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Remove the lid from the magnet (A).
Tips
- If there is a dent in the rim of a can, open the other end or start the cutting action just beyond the dent.
- Cans with heavy seams, uneven rims or odd shapes may cause the product to stall. If this occurs, turn the can slightly by hand to aid the cutting action.
- Do not operate the product continuously for more than 1 minute. After opening 9-10 cans consecutively the product must cool down for at least 5 minutes.
Opening a bottle
CAUTION
Risk of injury! Unplug the product before using this function.
- Align edge of the cap to the top of the bottle cap opener (E).
- Push the bottle downwards to lift the cap off the bottle.
Sharpening blades
CAUTION
Risk of injury! Unplug the product before using this function.
- Hold the product steady with one hand.
- With gentle force, use the other hand to pull the blade of a knife or scissors through the blade sharpener (G) from the base to tip 2 to 3 times. For best results, sharpen the entire blade length in one continuous stroke carefully pulling the blade through the slot.
- Wipe the blade clean using a soft, slightly moist cloth.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Cleaning
WARNING
Risk of electric shock! To prevent electric shock, unplug the product
before cleaning.
WARNING
Risk of electric shock! During cleaning do not immerse the product in
water or other liquids. Never hold the product under running water.
- To clean the blade (C) remove the blade bracket (F) from the main body and wipe with a soft, slightly moist cloth. Dry the blade (C) after cleaning.
- To clean the product, wipe with a soft, slightly moist cloth.
- Never use corrosive detergents, wire brushes, abrasive scourers, metal or sharp utensils to clean the product.
- Any other servicing than mentioned in this manual should be performed by an authorized service representative.
Specifications
- Rated voltage: 120 V~, 60 Hz
- Power consumption: 50 W
- Max. load: 21 oz (0.6 kg)
- Can diamete r: 2 to 4″ (50 to 100 mm)
- Max. can height : 5.5″ (140 mm)
- Protection class : Class II
- Net weigh t: approx. 1.97 lbs (894 g)
- Dimensions (W x H x D): approx. 4.4 x 8.04 x 4.4″ (11.2 x 20.4 x 11.1 cm).
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