5. Press the piercing lever all the way down to energize the
can opener and pierce the can. It is not necessary to hold
the lever down once cutting begins. Except for short cans
or cans with a small diameter, you can let the can opener
rotate freely around the top of the can without holding it.
6. The motor will automatically stop when the lid has been cut.
7. Raise the piercing lever to release the can opener from the
can. Carefully slide the lid from the magnet.
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Using Your Can Opener
CAUTION: Be sure the appliance is off and the motor has
stopped completely before putting on or taking off the
piercing lever and before cleaning.
1. Unplug charger from can opener. Do not use the can
opener when it is attached to the charger.
2. Grasp the back of the can opener.
3. Flip up the hinged magnet so that it is in position to hold
the can lid.
4. Raise the piercing lever up and
position can opener so that the rim
of the can is firmly against the can
guide and under the cutting blade.
The base (feet) of the unit will be
parallel to the counter.
WARNING: Keep fingers away from
this area to avoid fingers being
pinched.
Charging Instructions
IMPORTANT: The appliance is not fully charged when packed
in the carton. Charge unit for at least 24 hours before first use.
1. Connect the charger cord to the can opener.
2. Plug the charger into outlet.
NOTE: While charging, it is normal for the body of the can
opener and the charger to feel warm.
3. To prolong the life of the batteries, let the batteries fully
discharge before recharging.
How to Clean
1. Unplug charger from electrical outlet
and from can opener.
2. Remove cutting assembly by rotating
the piercing lever counterclockwise
until it pops out of position.
3. Wash the cutting assembly in hot,
soapy water. Rinse and dry
thoroughly.
4. Wipe the body of can opener with a damp cloth.
5. To reassemble, place the knob on the back of cutting
assembly into the hole on the front of the can opener.
Push down and to the right until the assembly snaps into
place.
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