Chef's Choice 250 Instruction Manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Hybrid® Diamond Hone®
Knife Sharpener Model 250
Read instructions before use.
It is essential that you follow these
instructions to achieve optimal results.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always
be followed including the following:
1. Read all instructions. For your safety, every user should read this manual.
2. To protect against electrical hazards, do not immerse the Chef’sChoice
®
Hybrid®
sharpener in water or other liquid.
3. Make sure that only clean knife blades are inserted in Model 250.
4. Disconnect the appliance from its power source when not in use, before cleaning,
during service and when replacing parts.
5. Avoid contacting moving parts.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance
malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner.
U.S. customers: You can return your sharpener to EdgeCraft’s factory for service where
the cost of repair or electrical or mechanical adjustment can be estimated. When the
electrical cord on this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by the Chef’sChoice
®
factory or other qualified service to avoid the danger of electrical shock.
Outside U.S.: Please return your sharpener to your local distributor where the cost of repair
or electrical or mechanical adjustment can be estimated. If the supply cord of this appliance
is damaged, it must be replaced by a repair facility appointed by the manufacturer because
special tools are required. Please consult your Chef’sChoice® distributor.
7. CAUTION! This appliance may be fitted with a polarized power plug (one blade is wider
than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit in a polarized 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 anyway.
8. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by EdgeCraft Corporation may cause
fire, electric shock or injury.
9. The Chef’sChoice
®
Hybrid® sharpener is designed to sharpen American, European,
and Asian style knives as described in following sections. Do not attempt to sharpen
scissors, ax blades or any blade that does not fit freely in the slots.
10. Do not let the cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
11. When in the “ON” position (Red flash on switch is exposed when “ON”), the
Chef’sChoice
®
sharpener should always be on a stable countertop or table.
12. WARNING: KNIVES PROPERLY SHARPENED ON YOUR Chef’sChoice
®
Hybrid®
SHARPENER WILL BE SHARPER THAN YOU EXPECT. TO AVOID INJURY, USE AND HANDLE
THEM WITH EXTREME CARE. DO NOT CUT TOWARD ANY PART OF YOUR FINGERS, HAND
OR BODY. DO NOT RUN FINGER ALONG EDGE. STORE IN A SAFE MANNER.
13. Do not use outdoors.
14. Appliance is not intended to be used or cleaned by children or persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge of the
hazards involved.
15. Do not use honing oils, water or any other lubricant with the Chef’sChoice
®
Hybrid®
sharpener Model 250.
16. For household use only.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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Congratulations on your selection of
the Chef’sChoice® Hybrid®
Diamond Hone® Model 250!
The three stage Hybrid® Diamond Hone® Model 250 is manufactured by EdgeCraft — the
home of Chef’sChoice sharpeners — the World’s Leader in Cutting Edge Technology
®
. This
sharpener combines advanced electric and manual sharpening techniques to create an
effective triple bevel durable cutting edge on virtually all of your knives. The cutting edge,
finely honed to razor sharpness can be resharpened quickly whenever necessary. Commonly
the edge can be resharpened in Stage 3 without the need to turn on the electrical power.
You will be pleased to see how easy the Hybrid
®
is to use. Read and follow the instruction
carefully. Keep the sharpener close at hand so that you can enjoy the pleasure of sharp
knives every day.
DESCRIPTION OF THE
CHEF’SCHOICE HYBRID® DIAMOND HONE KNIFE SHARPENER MODEL 250
This advanced Hybrid® Diamond Hone Sharpener has two motor driven sharpening Stages 1
and 2, followed by a single manual honing and polishing Stage 3.
In Stage 1, motor-driven, highly effective diamond abrasive disks remove the dull edge
and create a sharp fully faceted edge at the conventional 20 degrees on each side of the
blade. In Stage 2 similar technology is used with finer diamond abrasives at a slightly larger
angle to create a small second bevel along the edge. This two step sharpening process
leaves a stronger – arch shaped profile along the edge for greater strength and durability. In Stage 3 the edge is lightly honed and polished to create a razor sharp Trizor edge of
increased perfection, sharpness and durability.
In Stage 1 there are two knife-guiding slots. These are referred to as the left and right
slots of Stage 1. Likewise in Stage 2 there are two guiding slots, left and right that sharpen
alternately the right and left side of the blade’s edge. Stage 3 has only one guiding slot that
centers the blade in a manner so that both sides of the edge are honed simultaneously. When
sharpening in Stages 1 and 2, always follow an alternating pattern of sharpening in the right
and left slots. This pattern insures that both sides (facets) of the edge are sharpened alike for
better control of the cutting action of blade.
This three stage design provides the ultimate in versatility of the knife edge so that you
can tailor the edge geometry to your cutting needs. For example you may find it preferable
to leave a slight microscopic tooth structure along the knife edge for cutting fibrous foods.
Likewise for slicing gourmet presentations you may prefer a highly perfect and polished
edge. As described later in more detail, the Model 250 Hybrid gives you this flexibility.
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