Edgeware pro angle adjust SMI50353 Owner's Manual

owner’s manual

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pro angle adjust

electric knife sharpener

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747 MID-AMERICA BLVD • HOT SPRINGS, AR 71913-8414 USA

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Item #50353, 50354 • Made In China • Designed in the USA

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Voltage: 120V/60Hz • Watt: 68.2W • Current : 1.22A

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Style of Knife Brand / Series

Chef’s knife Global ..................................................... 17

Henckel/Cronidur .................................... 12.5

Shun .......................................................16

Wusthof ................................................. 14

Zwilling Henckel /all others ..................... 15

All Brands/Manual Serrated Sharpening Slot ONLY

Santoku Knife Global ..................................................... 17

Shun .......................................................16

Wusthof ................................................. 11

Zwilling Henckle/Cronidur ....................... 12.5

Zwilling Henckel /all others ..................... 15

Paring Knife Global ..................................................... 17

Shun .......................................................16

Wusthof ................................................. 14

Zwilling Henckle/Cronidur ....................... 12.5

Zwilling Henckel /all others ..................... 15

Utility knife Global .....................................................17

Shun .......................................................16

Wusthof ................................................. 14

Zwilling Henckle/Cronidur ....................... 12.5

Zwilling Henckel /all others ..................... 15

Boning Knife Global ..................................................... 17

Shun .......................................................16

Wusthof ................................................. 18

Zwilling Henckle/Cronidur ....................... 12.5

Zwilling Henckel /all others ..................... 15

Use this space to add knives/angles not listed on this chart.

NOTE: Angle, as used in these instructions, refers to the angle at the cutting edge. Based on

third party information.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

CAUTION: Read Owner’s Manual Before Using This Sharpener.

This is a listed appliance. It is intended for household use only. When using electrical appliances, the following basic safety precautions should always be followed:

1. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

2. To protect against electric shock, do not put this knife sharpener in water or any liquid.

3. This device is not recommended for use by children and close supervision is necessary if appliance is used near or by children.

4. Unplug from outlet when not in use or when cleaning.

5. Avoid contact with moving parts.

6. Before using the sharpener, uncoil the power cord and straighten to remove any kinks.

7. Do not operate this appliance if the cord or plug has been damaged, or if the sharpener has been dropped or damaged in any manner. If appliance malfunctions in any way please return the appliance to Edgeware’s factory for examination and repair.

8. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may cause ﬁre, electrical shock or injury.

9. Do not use outdoors.

10. During sharpening, do not let the electrical cord hang over the edge of the counter or table, or come in contact with the knife being sharpened, a hot surface, or stovetop.

11. This sharpener is designed to sharpen knives. Do not try to sharpen any other type of blade on this machine.

12. Do not attempt to sharpen knife or tool edges that do not ﬁt freely into the blade guide slots.

13. Do not use with lubricants, water or honing oil.

14. This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electricshock, this plug will ﬁt in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not ﬁt fully in the outlet, reversethe plug. If it still does not ﬁt, contact a qualiﬁed electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING! This electric knife sharpener will produce a very sharp edge. Use caution when handling your knife after sharpening. Do not test knife sharpness by running your ﬁngers or any part of your body along the edge of the blade. To avoid injury, handle sharpened knives with extreme care.

Degrees Per Side

Sharpening Slot Selection

The Edgeware Pro Angle Adjust Electric Knife sharpener offers two stages of sharpening, Coarse and Fine. Both sharpening slots feature interlocking wheels. The Coarse slot offers interlocking diamond wheels that are very aggressive. For this reason Edgeware recommends only using this slot to initially set the angles of the knife to match the angle of the interlocking wheels or on damaged and extremely dull knives. The Fine Ceramic interlocking wheels should be used often since the ceramic wheels remove a minimal amount of metal and produce a razor sharp, professional quality edge every time.

Angle Adjustment

Matching the sharpening angle of the knife to its original factory angle has never been easier. Simply turn the Angle Adjust knob located on the top of the product to match the angle published by the manufacturer of your knife. If you are not certain of the angle, refer back to the basic suggested angles for the style of knife, Asian or Euro/American. Both sets of wheels in the Coarse and Fine slot will move simultaneously ensuring precision adjustment to achieve a razor sharp edge.

Interlocking Wheel Technology

™

Unlike other electric sharpeners that only sharpen one side of the blade at a time, Interlocking Diamond Wheels and Interlocking Ceramic wheels sharpen both sides of your knife at the same time with each pass through the sharpening slots. This reduces the amount of time needed to sharpen your knife, leaves no micro-burrs on the ﬁnal edge, and assures equal sharpening of both sides of the knife edge.

Sharpening Angle Selection

You can use the interlocking wheels to sharpen and maintain both the double beveled Asian as well as European/American knives. Most knife manufacturers will publish speciﬁc sharpening angles to their brand and style of knife. If either the manufacturer or the style are unknown, simply follow the printed guide on the angle adjust knob. Asian brands of knives typically run between 11º per side up to 16º per side. European/American brands for years were typically 20º per side. In recent years though with the increased popularity of Asian style knives the European knife manufactures have added styles to their lines following typical Asian knife angles. If your knife is produced by a Euro/ American manufacturer but the blades edge is thin, it’s likely to be one of these new styles, so sharpen it closer to the Asian angle (16º per side). If you select one of these “standard” angles, even if it is not the exact original angle, the result will still be an incredibly sharp edge on your knife blade.

Diamond Interlocking Wheels (coarse sharpening slot)

The sharpening wheels used in your Edgeware Electric Knife Sharpener are coated with “micron sized” monocrystalline diamonds. These diamonds are specially selected for their unique cutting performance and are applied to the

32°

16°

40°

20°

35°

17.5°

Pro Angle Adjust Electric Knife Sharpener

Congratulations on your purchase of “the World’s Most Advanced” electric knife sharpener. Edgeware is proud to introduce the ﬁrst adjustable electric knife sharpener which features adjustable interlocking wheels, diamond and ceramic, offering both coarse and ﬁne sharpening for both sides of the knife in two stages. The fact that this knife sharpener is adjustable ensures its versatility for sharpening a vast variety of styles of knives. Both sets of wheels adjust to the appropriate ﬁnishing angle for the knife being sharpened. This allows you to sharpen thin Asian style knives as well as Euro /American styles at the same angles originally produced by their manufacturer. The diamond wheels in the coarse slot sharpen both sides of dull and damaged knives while the ceramic wheels polish and hone both sides of the knife without removing much metal prolonging the life of the knife. This unique combination provides a broad capability to suit multiple blade types and edge conditions. With this one product, you can easily sharpen extremely dull blades and maintain razor sharp edges on straight edge knives. The product also offers a manual sharpening slot designed to sharpen dull or damaged serrated style knives.

Traditional electric knife sharpeners work in a combination of numerous steps and only sharpen one side of the knife at a time. They can often scratch and damage the knife blade. The Pro Angle Adjust delivers fast and precise sharpening of both sides of your knife blade at the same time in the interlocking diamond and ceramic wheels thus reducing the amount of time needed to sharpen your knife when compared to sharpening one side of the blade at a time. Also unlike other electric knife sharpeners these wheels will not mar or scratch the blade. If used properly, the interlocking wheels will not only sharpen the cutting edge to factory quality, but will also reduce the amount of metal removed from your blade and extend the life of your knife.

Your Pro Angle Adjust knife sharpener will sharpen knives of alloy, carbon or stainless steel. It is designed to sharpen double- beveled European / American and Asian style kitchen knives. IT WILL NOT SHARPEN CERAMIC OR SINGLE BEVELED KNIVES.

Listed on the following pages are unique features that set our sharpener apart from other electric knife sharpeners and detailed instructions for each type of knife you are sharpening.

Please read each section thoroughly before using this sharpener.

Interlocking Diamond

and Ceramic Wheels

Sharpen Both Sides of

Blade at the Same Time

Coarse Slot

Interlocking Diamond Wheels

Soft touch hand grip

for added safety

Oversized

Power Button

Manual Serrated Blade

Sharpening Slot

Fine Slot

Interlocking Ceramic Wheels

Non-Slip Rubber Feet for Stability

• Any cosmetic or mechanical changes to the product will void the warranty. Sharpener has a built in motor thermostat as a safety feature. It protects sharpener from overheating if left on accidentally for a long period or is being used improperly.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Read all IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS and OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

thoroughly before using this product.

Asian Straight Edge Style Knives -

Light Honing of Double–Beveled Asian Style Knives USE FINE CERAMIC SLOT ONLY Step 1. Always start by turning the knob to 10°, then turn the knob to the correct angle.

If the original manufacturer’s angle is unknown we suggest using the standard Asian angle marked on the angle adjust knob (16º per side).

Step 2. Turn the power on and insert blade into the electric sharpening slot. Step 3. Lower the blade to make contact with interlocking wheels. (Fig. 1) When your blade

contacts the wheels and self aligns itself pull through slot from heel to tip (Never back and forth) using moderate downward pressure. Use a smooth consistent stroke to pull the knife blade through the slot at a speed of 1 second per 2 inches. If the blade curves up to the tip, lift the handle near the end to sharpen all the way out to the tip. (Fig. 2) Repeat a minimum of 10 times. NOTE: Knives made of extremely hard steel may require additional pulls through the slot when sharpening the edge. Step 3. Check the sharpness of your blade by cutting a piece of paper or a fruit or vegetable. If additional sharpening is needed repeat process until sharp but make sure to clean your knife before continuing. If not turn off power to the machine.

Sharpening Extremely Dull or Damaged Double–Beveled Asian Style Knives (USE BOTH THE COARSE / DIAMOND and FINE / CERAMIC SLOTS) Step 1. Always start by turning the knob to 10°, then turn the knob to the correct angle. If the original

manufacturer’s angle is unknown we suggest using the standard Asian angle marked on the angle adjust knob (16º per side) Step 2. Turn the power on and insert blade into the Coarse / Diamond electric sharpening slot.

Step 3. Lower the blade to make contact with

Fig. 1

European / American style

knives average between 12°

to 20° on each side.

Double beveled Asian Style

Knives average between 11°

to 17° on each side.

32°

16°

40°

20°

35°

17.5°

40°

20°

Traditional standard European/American and Standard Asian Style knives

surface of the wheels by a highly technical process that guarantees longer wheel life, uniform cutting, and minimal heat build up. Our wheels are manufactured in the United States according to strict tolerances in order to ensure the same high quality and performance of each and every wheel that we use. This protects your blade from getting damaged or de-tempered when using this sharpener. NOTE: Diamond Break-In Period – The initial aggressive cutting speed of the Diamond Sharpening

Wheels will slow with use. At the same time, the abrasive ﬁnish will improve. Do not be confused by this break in process because it is normal and should be expected. The diamond wheels are breaking in, NOT wearing out.

Ceramic Interlocking Wheels (Fine Sharpening Slot)

The Pro Angle Adjust Electric Knife Sharpener comes with extra ﬁne ceramic wheels which provide superior edge producing capabilities while removing minimal material from your knife edge.

Non-Slip Rubber Feet Provides secure and stable sharpening conditions on all types of surfaces.

SHARPENER MAINTENANCE AND CARE GUIDE

Follow these easy tips and instructions to keep your Edgeware electric knife sharpener in prime condition for years to come:

DOs

• Read the Instruction Manual thoroughly before using the sharpener.

• Clean all dirt and food from knives before sharpening.

• Always hold knife parallel to the tabletop so knife contacts both wheels equally.

• Always place unit on sturdy ﬂat surface.

• Hold knife securely but comfortably in your hand.

• Always pull the knife blade through the wheels at the recommended speed.

• Use light downward pressure to establish contact with the wheels.

• Handle sharpened knives with care since they will be sharper than you expect.

• Unplug sharpener when not in use and when cleaning.

• For questions or assistance, call Customer Service at (800) 221-4156 or visit our website at www.edgewareproducts.com.

DON’Ts

• Do not use to sharpen ceramic or serrated style knives.

• Never use lubricants on the wheels.

• This sharpener is designed to sharpen knives. Do not try to sharpen any other types of blades on this sharpener.

• Never test sharpness with ﬁngers.

• Do not use sharpener for other than intended use.

• Never insert the tip of the knife into the wheels or damage to the knife will occur.

• Never use the sharpener if cord is damaged.

• Do not use outdoors.

• Do not use excessive force when sharpening your knife.

• Not recommended for use by children

interlocking wheels. When your blade contacts the wheels and self aligns itself pull through slot from heel to tip (Never back and forth) using moderate downward pressure. Use a smooth consistent stroke to pull the knife blade through the slot at a speed of 1 second per 2 inches. If the blade curves up to the tip, lift the handle near the end to sharpen all the way out to the tip. Repeat 10-12 times but depending on the damage to the blade it could take up to 15 or more pulls to re-sharpen the edge. NOTE: Knives made of extremely hard steel may require additional pulls through the slot when sharpening the edge.

To Finish And Polish The Edge

There is no need to adjust the angle again. Both sharpening slots automatically adjust at the same time. If you have turned the knob for any reason though you will need to reset to the correct angle. Again if the manufacturer’s angle is unknown we suggest using the standard asian angle.

Step 4. Turn the power on. Step 5. Lower the blade into the Fine /Ceramic slot to make contact with interlocking wheels.

When your blade contacts the wheels and self aligns itself pull through slot from heel to tip (Never back and forth) using moderate downward pressure. Use a smooth consistent stroke to pull the knife blade through the slot at a speed of 1 second per 2 inches. If the blade curves up to the tip, lift the handle near the end to sharpen all the way out to the tip. Repeat a minimum of 10 times. NOTE: Knives made of extremely hard steel may require additional pulls through the slot when sharpening the edge. Step 6. Check the sharpness of your blade by cutting a piece of paper or a fruit or vegetable. If additional sharpening is needed repeat process until sharp but make sure to clean your knife before continuing. If sharp, turn off power to the machine.

European / American Straight Edge Style Knives Initial Edge Setting and Re-sharpening Extremely dull or damaged Double-Beveled

European / American knives (USE BOTH THE COARSE / DIAMOND and FINE / CERAMIC SLOTS) Step 1. Always start by turning the knob to 10°, then turn the knob to the correct angle. If the original manufacturer’s angle is unknown we suggest using the standard Euro/

American angle marked on the angle adjust knob (20º per side) Step 2. Turn on the power to the interlocking wheels. Insert knife blade into the slot marked Coarse / Diamond and lower the heel of the blade to make contact with the interlocking wheels. When your blade contacts the wheels and self-aligns itself between the two wheels, pull through slot from heel to tip at a speed of 1 second for every 2 inches of the blade. Step 3. Light downward pressure is all that is required and lift the handle at the end to sharpen all the way out to the tip of the blade. Use a smooth, consistent stroke when pulling the blade through the slot. Repeat a minimum of 10 times. NOTE: Knives made of extremely

hard steel may require additional pulls through the slot when sharpening the edge. Step 4. Check the sharpness of your blade by cutting a piece of paper or a fruit or vegetable. If additional sharpening is needed repeat process until sharp but make sure to clean your knife before continuing. If knife is sharp be sure to turn off power to the machine.

To Finish And Polish The Edge (USE FINE / CERAMIC SLOT)

There is no need to adjust the angle again. Both sharpening slots automatically adjust at the same time. If you have turned the knob for any reason though you will need to reset to the correct angle. Again if the manufacturer’s angle is unknown we suggest using the standard Euro/American angle (20º per side)

Step 5. Turn the power on. Step 6. Lower the blade into the Fine /Ceramic slot to make contact with interlocking wheels.

When your blade contacts the wheels and self aligns itself pull through slot from heel to tip (Never back and forth) using moderate downward pressure. Use a smooth consistent stroke to pull the knife blade through the slot at a speed of 1 second per 2 inches. If the blade curves up to the tip, lift the handle near the end to sharpen all the way out to the tip. Repeat a minimum of 10 times. NOTE: Knives made of extremely hard steel may require additional pulls through the slot when sharpening the edge. Step 7. Check the sharpness of your blade by cutting a piece of paper or a fruit or vegetable. If additional sharpening is needed repeat process until sharp but make sure to clean your knife before continuing. If sharp, turn off power to the machine.

Re-sharpening a Dull European / American Double- Beveled Knife (Use FINE / CERAMIC SLOT)

This process only requires use of the Fine/Ceramic electric sharpening slot and should be applied to moderately dull blades or if you are just maintaining an already sharp blade. Edgeware recommends always performing a light touch up of your knife before each use.

Step 1. Always start by turning the knob to 10°, then turn the knob to the correct angle.

If the original manufacturer’s angle is unknown we suggest using the standard Euro/American angle marked on the angle adjust knob (20º per side, or 40º combined.) Step 2. Turn on power to the interlocking wheels. Insert knife blade into the slot marked Fine / Ceramic and lower the heel of the knife blade to make contact with the interlocking wheels. When your blade contacts the wheels and self-aligns itself between the two wheels, pull through slot from heel to tip. Light downward pressure is all that is required and lift the handle at the end to sharpen all the way out to the tip of the blade. Use a smooth, consistent stroke when pulling the blade through the slot. Repeat a minimum of 10 times. NOTE: Knives made of extremely hard steel may require additional pulls through the slot when sharpening the edge. Step 3. Check the sharpness of your blade by cutting a piece of paper or a fruit or vegetable. If additional sharpening is needed repeat Steps 1 & 2 in this section until sharp but make sure to clean your knife before continuing. If sharp, turn off the machine.

Fig. 2

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