West Bend 77201 - Manual (Page 4)

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Cutting
Assembly
Release Button
Piercing Lever Bottle Opener
Magnetic Lid
Holder
Geared Wheel
Knife Sharpener
Cord Storage
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To open cans:
1. Place can opener on level surface.
2. Plug cord into electrical outlet.
3. Raise piercing lever.
4. Place rim of can firmly under can guide pin and against the
geared wheel.
5. Press piercing lever all the way down.
6. The motor will begin turning can and cutting lid. (It is not necessary to hold the
piercing lever down or to hold the can during the cutting action.)
7. The motor will automatically stop when the can is open.
8. Remove can from opener and check can contents to remove any pieces of label
or metal shavings.
To sharpen knives:
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1. Place cutting edge of knife in the knife slot located
on the back of the can opener.
2. Draw the knife blade through the slot several times.
Always use care to direct blade away from
yourself and others.
3. Clean knife after sharpening.
NOTE: Serrated blades should never be inserted into this unit.