MOdel 490
instructiOns
Manual Scissor Sharpener
Read these instructions before use.
It is essential that you follow these
instructions to achieve optimum results.
© 2013 EdgeCraft Corp.
Page 1: ...MOdel 490 instructions Manual Scissor Sharpener Read these instructions before use It is essential that you follow these instructions to achieve optimum results 2013 EdgeCraft Corp...
Page 2: ...to optimize your results 2 It is not entirely obvious that the two blades on some scissors can be different When you cut with scissors one blade the anvil blade is designed to be below the material a...
Page 3: ...ain the same with either right or left handed scissors 6 Before sharpening identify the type of scissor you have Unless you have scissors designed for specialized applications you will have either a s...
Page 4: ...nail or by inverting the sharpener and tapping it lightly on the table There are three 3 differently colored Angle Guides Generally the Red Angle Guide is used The Gray Angle Guide must be used only...
Page 5: ...ceed as follows 1 Hold the sharpener handle with your left hand with sharpening surface facing up 2 Make certain the Fine grit diamond pad is placed in the recess on top of magnetic holder abrasive si...
Page 6: ...easily when properly sharpened If your scissors have an adjustment screw make certain it is tight ened until blade faces contact well when opened and closed After many resharpenings if the above proc...
Page 7: ...the instructions for standard scissors on page 5 See not 3 on pages 2 3 for further information To sharpen KNIFE EDGE SCISSORS 1 Use ONLY the Fine grit diamond pad and the White Angle Guide Never use...
Page 8: ...of your scissors and your scissor life may be improved by adjusting this pivot to establish and maintain a smooth edge contact when you close the scissors Proper adjustment is determined by opening sc...
