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clEaninG tHE sHarPEninG moDulE
This appliance is not to be cleaned with a water jet. (NEVER immerse the motor-drive
section in water or spray it with water. When soiled, unplug it and wipe with a damp cloth).
The Sharpening Module should be removed as described. It then can be cleaned by either
of the following methods:
a. Washing by hand:
1. Spray the wheels in each stage with liquid dishwasher detergent.
2. Allow to soak for a few minutes in a pan, bucket or sink to loosen any attached food, etc.
3. Rinse or spray under a strong stream of warm water.
4. Drain on paper towels. Blow dry if clean pressurized air is available.
5.
CAUTION...
do not towel dry; you may damage the plastic hold-down spring.
6. If diamond wheels are not shiny they may have grease on them. Put sharpening module
through dishwasher.
B. Dishwasher:
1. Spray the wheels in each stage with liquid dishwasher detergent.
2. Put in dishwasher on normal wash cycle.
3. Allow unit to dry in the dishwasher, preferably in a position remote from the heaters.
Periodically remove any metal dust that has collected in the two collection cavities
located below the sharpening and honing stages in the base of the sharpener (under the
Sharpening Module.) With the Sharpening Module removed, simply invert the motor
housing and shake the dust loose. Otherwise remove with a damp sponge. Do not use a
water spray to remove the loose dirt.
insErtinG sHarPEninG moDulE
To reinsert the Sharpening Module into the main motor housing, insert the shaft coupling
end of the Sharpening Module into the guide rails at the right end of the sharpener. Then
gently push the Sharpening Module (as in Figure 2) toward the motor housing until it locks
in place. If it resists snapping into the locked position: (1) Pull the module away from the
motor shaft until it fully disengages; (2) turn the motor switch on briefly; (3) then turn it off;
(4) while the motor is coasting to a stop, push the Sharpening Module into place. It will then
automatically snap into position when the spline coupling becomes properly aligned.
cHanGinG tHE EDGE stoP PlatEs
The Edge Stop Plates, especially the pair in front of the sharpening and honing stages, will
in time develop small cuts in the surface where the knife rests during sharpening. This
is normal but the depth of the cuts can be minimized by applying just enough downward
pressure to keep the edge in contact with the Plate. When these cuts approach
1
/
8
” deep,
the Edge Stop Plates should be turned over or replaced. The Plates generally can be
removed simply with a pair of needle nose pliers or by prying them up and out gently with
a pointed tool. They can be inverted, when worn, to expose a fresh edge for contact with
the blade. With experience you will find that little or no pressure is necessary against these
plates and that they will last a long time. Replacement Stop Plates are available directly
from your distributor or from EdgeCraft (1-800-342-3255).
