Chef'sChoice CC270 User manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Hybrid® Diamond Hone®
Knife Sharpener Model 270
NLGB DF
Read instructions before use.
It is essential that you follow these
instructions to achieve optimal results.
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 270.
4. Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts and
before cleaning.
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
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
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. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
15. Do not use honing oils, water or any other lubricant with the Chef’sChoice
sharpener Model 270.
16. For household use only.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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Hybrid® sharpener is designed to sharpen American, European,
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sharpener should always be on a stable countertop or table.
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Congratulations on your selection of
the Chef’sChoice® Hybrid®
Diamond Hone® Model 270!
The three stage Hybrid® Diamond Hone® Model 270 is manufactured in Avondale,
Pennsylvania by EdgeCraft — the home of Chef’sChoice sharpeners — the World’s Leader
in Cutting Edge Technology
and manual CrissCross
cutting edge on virtually all of your knives. The cutting edge is finely honed and polished to
extreme sharpness but retains strong microscopic teeth that gives it a highly effective bite
for all your food prep needs and especially for fibrous materials. 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
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 270
This advanced Hybrid® Diamond Hone Sharpener has two motor driven sharpening Stages 1
and 2, followed by a single manual honing.
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 and honing
process leaves a stronger – arch shaped profile along the edge for greater strength and
durability. In Stage 3 the edge is lightly 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. You will find that the Model 270 gives
you a very sharp edge and one that remains significant bite for some of the more difficult
cutting tasks.
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sharpening techniques to create an effective triple bevel durable
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is to use. Read and follow the instruction
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USING THE MODEL 270 SHARPENER
Note: Always clean your knife before sharpening in the Hybrid ®! For your safety, keep your
fingers clear of the blade edge at all times.
You will find that the Hybrid
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can create and maintain a very sharp and effective edge
on all your conventional fine edge and serrated cutlery. The primary edge facets are each
formed in Stage 1 at a nominal 20 degrees on each side of the edge, which results in a total
primary edge of 40 degrees. Stages 2 and 3 create a second and third bevel at slightly larger
angles leaving a strong triple beveled edge structure. Always use the sharpener with the
stage numbers 1, 2 and 3 facing you.
STAGE 1
To sharpen, place the sharpener on the table gripping it securely with your left hand. Push
on the power switch. Insert the knife blade, (Figure 1) near its handle, into the far left slot of
Stage #1 and allow the left face of the blade to rest on the left face of the slot as you pull the
knife toward you. The knife edge should be in sustained moving contact with the internal diamond abrasive coated disk. Only light downward force will be necessary as you pull the blade
toward you. Listen carefully to insure your knife maintains good contact with the rotating
diamond disk. Take about 5 seconds to make each pull if you have a six inch (6”) long blade.
Increase the time of each pull for longer blades or decrease the time for shorter blades.
Make one pull of the blade in the left slot as described above and then repeat the same
procedure in the adjacent (right) slot of Stage 1. As you pull the knife thru the right slot,
(see Figure 2), hold the right face of the knife against the slanted right face of the slot. If
your knife, before sharpening, is not very dull you will find that only about 5 pairs of pulls,
alternating in the left and right slots of Stage 1, will be sufficient to put a keen edge on the
Figure 1. Inserting the blade in the left slot of the
Stage 1. Alternate individual pulls in left and right slots.
Figure 2. Inserting the blade in the right slot of Stage 1.
Alternate pulls in left and right slots.
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blade. However, if the knife is initially very dull you may find that 10 or more alternating pairs
of pulls in the left and right slots of Stage 1 will be needed the first time as you reshape and
sharpen the old edge. Always pull the blade toward you. Never push the blade away from
you when using Stage 1. Before leaving Stage 1 it is important to examine the knife edge to
insure there is a small burr along one side of the edge.
Figure 3 illustrates how to check for the burr. Proceed as follows: If your last sharpening
pull was in the right slot there should be a small burr on the right side of the blade edge. If
the last pull was in the left slot there should be a small burr along the left side of the edge. If
there is no burr make another pair of pulls and again check for a burr. Repeat making pairs
of alternating right and left pulls until you create a small burr along the edge. (Sometimes it
is easier to create the burr if you pull the blade slower.) Make another single pull and confirm
there is a burr along the edge after each pull. Only then are you are ready to sharpen in
Stage 2.
STAGE 2
Once you have confirmed that a burr was formed in Stage 1, you are ready to hone the knife
in Stage 2.
Proceed to sharpen in the left and right slots of Stage 2 which have finer abrasive and
sharpen at a slightly larger angle than Stage 1 in order to create a small second bevel
adjacent the knife edge.
You will likely find that only 1-2 pairs of pulls in Stage 2 will be sufficient to create a
small burr along the edge. Always sharpen alternately in the left and right slots of Stage 2,
taking about 5 seconds each pass for a 6” blade (see Figures 4 and 5). Take longer for longer
knives, and less time to pull shorter blades through the slots. The burr will be slightly smaller
Figure 3. Develop a distinct burr along knife edge
before sharpening in Stage 2 or 3. Burr can be detected
by sliding finger across and away from the edge.
Caution! See text.
Figure 4. Inserting the knife in left slot of Stage 2.
Alternate individual pulls in left and right slots.
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than you experienced in Stage 1. Pull slower if needed to develop a detectable burr before
moving to Stage 3. You will notice that the edge developed in Stage 2 is sharper than the
edge formed in Stage 1.
Do not move to Stage 3 (manual) until you are confident that you detect a burr after Stage 2.
Once a burr is detected, you can make a pair of faster pulls in Stage 2 to remove the burr
and minimize the time you will need to hone and polish the edge in Stage 3.
STAGE 3
Since Stage 3 is a manual polishing stage you can turn off the power switch. If the knife is
fully honed in Stage 2 only 4-5 back and forth strokes will be needed in the single slot of
Stage 3 (the far right slot, see Figure 6) to hone a small second bevel along the edge which
will be exceedingly sharp and effective. It should cut paper smoothly allowing you to make
straight or curved cuts easily.
For optimum results in Stage 3 center the blade within the slot width and keep the length
of the blade aligned with the center line of the slot as you move the blade back and forth
in the slot without lifting. Apply only a light downward pressure, about 3-4 pounds, on the
blade as you sharpen in Stage 3. For optimum results make smooth consistent strokes while
maintaining the light downward pressure to insure that the two disks rotate as you move the
blade back and forth. The finished edge will be very sharp and burr free.
RESHARPENING THE KNIFE EDGE
To resharpen follow the procedure for Stage 3 described above, making two to three (2-3)
complete back and forth stroke pairs while maintaining recommended downward pressure.
Listen to confirm the sharpening disks are turning. Then test the edge for sharpness. If
necessary resharpen again but first use Stage 2 followed by two to three (2-3) back and forth
pairs of strokes in Stage 3. In severe cases with a very dull knife you may find it necessary
to repeat Stages 1, 2 or 3 as described above. Generally you should be able to resharpen
several times using only Stage 3 before having to resharpen in Stage 2 or 1.
Figure 5. Inserting the knife in right slot of Stage 2.
Alternate individual pulls in left and right slots.
Figure 6. Knife in Stage 3. Use back and forth sharpening strokes with light downward pressure. See text.
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SERRATED BLADES
Serrated blades can be sharpened in Stage 3 (see Figure 7). Center the blade in the slot of
Stage 3 and make five (5) back and forth pairs of strokes. Examine the edge and if necessary
make another 5 full stroke pairs. Test the blade for sharpness. If the blade to be sharpened is
very dull, first make two fast but full pairs of pulls — alternating right and left slots in Stage
2 and then make five (5) paired strokes (back and forth) in Stage 3. Because of its nature,
a serrated knife will not ever appear as sharp or cut as smoothly as a straight edged blade.
Caution: Do not make many strokes in Stage 2, or you will remove too much metal from the
teeth of the serrated edge.
ASIAN BLADES
The Hybrid® which sharpens at a primary angle of 20 degrees, can sharpen double
faceted Asian blades such as the Santoku which is traditionally sharpened at 15º.
However, for optimum results with all Asian blades we recommend a 15º sharpener such
as the Chef’sChoice
style blades.
Do not sharpen in the Hybrid
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Electric Models 15XV or 1520 as the preferred choice for all Asian
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any single sided, single faceted Asian Kataba knives, such
as the traditional sashimi styled blade that is commonly used to prepare ultra thin sashimi.
Stage 3 sharpens simultaneously both sides of the cutting edge while the sashimi knives are
designed to be sharpened only on one side of the blade. The Chef’sChoice electric sharpeners listed in the previous paragraph will correctly sharpen these single sided knives.
CERAMIC KNIVES
The Hybrid® is not recommended for ceramic knives.
SCISSORS
Do not attempt to use the Hybrid® to sharpen scissors. EdgeCraft does manufacture
special sharpeners designed just for scissors.
Figure 7. Serrated knife in Stage 3.
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BRANDS OF KNIVES
The Hybrid® will put an excellent edge on all conventional metal Euro/American and
Santoku style knives regardless of brands, including Henckels, Wüsthof, Sabatier, Lamson
and Goodnow, Global, Russell Harrington, Chef’sChoice, Messermeisser, Forshner, Mundial,
Cuisinart, Kitchen Aid, Shun and many, many more.
TEST FOR SHARPNESS
To test for sharpness and cutting ability of your fine edge knives, hold a sheet of paper
vertically by its upper edge and carefully cut down through the sheet a small (but safe)
distance from your fingers. A sharp edge (on a straight edge blade) will cut smoothly without
tearing the paper.
Alternatively try cutting a tomato. The knife should penetrate the skin of the tomato and
cut through it on the first pull without applying significant force to the knife.
MAINTENANCE
• TheexterioroftheHybrid® can be cleaned with a damp soft cloth.
• Periodicallyshakeoutanddisposeofthemetalsharpeningdustbyinvertingthe
sharpener and lightly tapping it onto a newspaper, paper towel, or other paper sheet.
• Nooilsorotherlubricatingliquidsarenecessarywiththissharpener.
EdgeCraft Corporation
825 Southwood Road, Avondale, PA 19311 U.S.A.
Customer Service (800) 342-3255 or 610-268-0500
Assembled in the U.S.A. www.chefschoice.com
This product may be covered by one or more EdgeCraft patents and/or patents pending as
marked on the product.
Chef’sChoice
EdgeCraft Corporation, Avondale, PA.
Conforms to UL Std. 982 Certified to CAN/CSA Std. E60335-1/4E
© EdgeCraft Corporation 2012 Printed in China.
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MODE D’EMPLOI
Aiguiseur de couteaux modèle
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270 Hybrid® Diamond Hone
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Veuillez lire ces instructions avant toute utilisation.
Suivre ces instructions est essentiel
pour obtenir un résultat optimal.
CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES
Lors de l’utilisation d’appareils électriques, des précautions élémentaires de
sécurité doivent toujours être respectées, notamment :
1. Lisez toutes les instructions. Tout utilisateur doit lire ce manuel.
2. Afin d’éviter les accidents d’origine électrique, ne plongez pas l’aiguiseur Hybrid
Chef’sChoice
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dans l’eau ou dans tout autre liquide.
3. Assurez-vous de n’insérer que des lames de couteau propres dans le modèle 270.
4. Débranchez la prise lorsque vous n’utilisez pas l’appareil, avant de monter ou de démonter des
éléments et avant de le nettoyer.
5. Évitez de toucher les pièces mobiles.
6. N’utilisez aucun appareil dont le câble ou la prise est endommagé, ou si l’appareil ne fonctionne
pas correctement, est tombé ou est endommagé.
Clients américains : Vous pouvez renvoyer votre aiguiseur à la société EdgeCraft pour sa main-
tenance, qui pourra estimer le coût d’une réparation ou d’un réglage électrique ou mécanique.
Si le câble électrique de l’appareil est endommagé, il doit être remplacé par un distributeur
Chef’sChoice
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ou tout autre service qualifié afin d’éviter tout risque d’électrocution.
Hors États-Unis : Veuillez retourner votre aiguiseur à votre distributeur local qui pourra estimer
le coût d’une réparation ou d’un réglage électrique ou mécanique. Si le câble d’alimentation
de cet appareil est endommagé, il devra être remplacé par un atelier agréé par le fabricant car
l’utilisation d’outils spéciaux est nécessaire. Veuillez contacter votre distributeur Chef’sChoice
7. ATTENTION ! Cet appareil peut être fourni avec une prise électrique polarisée (l’une des fiches
est plus large que l’autre). Afin de réduire le risque d’électrocution, cette prise ne pourra être
insérée dans une prise femelle que dans un seul sens. Si la prise ne rentre pas complètement dans la prise femelle, essayez de changer de sens. Si elle ne rentre toujours pas, veuillez
contacter un électricien qualifié. Ne réalisez aucune modification sur la prise.
8. L’utilisation d’accessoires non recommandés ou non vendus par la société EdgeCraft peut
entraîner des incendies, des électrocutions ou des blessures.
9. L’aiguiseur Hybrid
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de Chef’sChoice® est conçu pour aiguiser les couteaux de types américain,
européen et asiatique, comme le décrivent les sections suivantes. N’essayez pas d’aiguiser des
ciseaux, des lames de haches ou toute lame qui ne s’insère pas facilement dans les fentes.
10. Ne laissez pas pendre le câble d’alimentation au-dessus des bords d’une table ou d’un
comptoir, ou toucher des surfaces chaudes.
11. Lorsqu’il est en position “MARCHE” (le témoin lumineux rouge est allumé lorsqu’il est en
“MARCHE”), l’aiguiseur Chef’sChoice
12. ATTENTION : LES COUTEAUX CORRECTEMENT AFFÛTÉS AVEC VOTRE AIGUISEUR Hybrid
Chef’sChoice
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SERONT PLUS TRANCHANTS QUE CE QUE À QUOI VOUS VOUS ATTENDEZ. AFIN
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doit toujours se trouver sur une table ou un comptoir stable.
D’ÉVITER TOUTE BLESSURE, UTILISEZ ET MANIPULEZ-LES AVEC BEAUCOUP DE PRÉCAUTIONS.
NE COUPEZ PAS EN DIRECTION DE VOS DOIGTS, DE VOTRE MAIN OU DE VOTRE CORPS NE
FAITES PAS COURIR VOTRE DOIGT LE LONG DU FIL. RANGEZ LES COUTEAUX DE MANIÈRE SÛRE.
13. Ne l’utilisez pas l’appareil à l’extérieur.
14. Une surveillance étroite est nécessaire lorsque tout appareil est utilisé par ou à proximité d’enfants.
15. N’utilisez pas d’huile d’aiguisage, d’eau ou tout autre lubrifiant avec l’aiguiseur Hybrid
Chef’sChoice
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modèle 270.
16. Pour usage domestique uniquement.
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CONSERVEZ CES INSTRUCTIONS.
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