Hamilton Beach 840147200 User Manual

840147200

Couteau electrique

Electric Knife

Cuchillo eléctrico

English (

USA: 1-800-851-8900)

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READ BEFORE USE

Français (

Canada : 1-800-267-2826)

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LIRE AVANT L’UTILISATION

Español (

En México 01-800-71-16-100)

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LEA ANTES DE USAR
Le invitamos a leer cuidadosamente este instructivo antes
de usar su aparato.

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9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter. Do not let

cord contact hot surfaces, including the stove.

10. Disconnect when changing blades or cleaning.

11. Blades are sharp. Handle carefully. Unplug before handling

blades. Always handle blades with hand away from cutting
edge. (See illustration in “How to Assemble and Use.”) Always
store blades with cutting edge away from you.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

Other Consumer Safety Information

This appliance is intended for household use only.

The motor of this electric knife does not require any lubrication
or oil. Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized
service center. Call the toll-free customer assistance number for
information.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed, including the following:

1. Read all instructions.

2. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not immerse motor

unit, cord or plug in water or other liquid. Do not operate knife in
water or under running water.

3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or

near children.

4. Unplug cord from outlet when not in use, before putting on or tak-

ing off parts, and before cleaning. Disconnect when changing
blades.

5. Avoid contact with 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. Call our toll-free customer assistance number for
information on examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical
adjustment.

7. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the

appliance manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury.

8. Do not use outdoors.

Shock Hazar

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• Do not immerse this appliance in water or other liquid.

• This appliance has a polarized plug (one wide blade) that
reduces the risk of electrical shock. The plug fits only one way
into a polarized outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
plug by modifying the plug in any way or using an adaptor. If the
plug does not fit, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, have an
electrician replace the outlet.

WARNING

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How to Assemble and Use

1. CAUTION: Be sure cord is not connected to electric outlet

when removing or inserting blades and when knife is not in
use. The blades are extremely sharp. Always handle
by the side opposite the cutting edge, as illustrated, or by
the plastic guards.

2. Before First Use: Handle carefully. Blades are sharp. Wash

blades in hot, soapy water. Rinse, then dry thoroughly.
Blade may also be washed on the top rack of a dishwasher.

3. If blades are separated, pick up by the plastic guard. Slide

the rivet on one blade into the keyhole slot in the other
blade until they are locked together.

4. Holding blades together at the base of the blade with cut-

ting edge down,
slide onto motor
housing until both
blades click into
place.

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Parts and Features

1. Blade Release Button

2. Plastic Guard

3. Protective Sleeve for
Blades – Always keep on

blades when not in use.

4. Blade

5. On/Off Switch

6. Handle

7. Meat Fork

8. Knife Case

Before First Use: Handle carefully. Blades are sharp. Wash

blades in hot, soapy water. Rinse, then dry thoroughly. Blades
may also be washed on the top rack of a dishwasher.

Blade Hazard

• Handle blades by side opposite the cutting edge.

• Unplug cord before inserting, removing or cleaning blades.

• Unplug cord when knife is not in use.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious

personal injury.

WARNING

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Hints for Best Results

• Move knife through food. Do not use a back and forth
sawing motion.

• Let meats stand 15 minutes after cooking and before slicing.
Slice down to and around bone. Do not attempt to slice
through bone. Do not cut through frozen foods.

• Do not attempt to sharpen serrated blades at home.
Replacement blades may be purchased. See “Customer
Assistance” for more information.

• Always clean blades between cuttings of different food
items to avoid cross contamination of foods.

How to Assemble and Use (cont.)

5. Plug cord into an electric outlet.

6. Hold knife by handle. Pull On/Off button like a trigger to

operate. You must hold the button “On” for the knife to
operate.

7. To stop, release button.

How to Disassemble and Clean

1. Unplug cord from electric outlet.

2. Press blade release button. Grasp plastic guard and

carefully pull until blades release.

3. Carefully separate blades by sliding apart to disengage

rivet from keyhole.

4. Wash blades in hot, soapy water or top rack of dishwasher.

Rinse and dry thoroughly.

5. After washing and drying, immediately place blades into

the protective sleeve for storage.

6. To clean motor housing and cord, wipe with a damp cloth

and then dry thoroughly. Do not immerse motor housing in
any liquids.

Blade Hazar

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• Handle blades by side opposite the cutting edge.

• Unplug cord before inserting, removing or cleaning blades.

• Unplug cord when knife is not in use.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious

personal injury.

WARNING

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This warranty applies to product purchased in the U.S.
or Canada.

LIMITED WARRANTY

This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a
period of one (1) year for Hamilton Beach products or one hundred eighty (180) days
for Proctor-Silex and Traditions products from the date of original purchase, except as
noted below. During this period, we will repair or replace this product, at our option, at
no cost. THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY OR
CONDITION, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WRITTEN OR ORAL INCLUDING,
WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY STATUTORY WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ANY LIABILITY IS
EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO AN AMOUNT EQUAL TO THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID,
AND ALL CLAIMS FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED. There is no warranty with respect to the following, which
may be supplied with this product, including without limitation: glass parts, glass
containers, cutter/strainers, blades, seals, gaskets, clutches, motor brushes, and/or
agitators, etc. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser and does
not cover a defect resulting from abuse, misuse, neglect including failure to clean
product regularly in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, use for commercial
purposes, or any use not in conformity with the printed directions. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights, and you may also have other legal rights which vary from
state to state, or province to province. Some states or provinces do not allow
limitations on implied warranties or special, incidental or consequential damages, so
the foregoing limitations may not apply to you.

If you have a claim under this warranty, DO NOT RETURN THE APPLIANCE TO THE
STORE! Please call our CUSTOMER SERVICE NUMBER. (For faster service please
have model, series, and type numbers ready for operator to assist you.)

CUSTOMER SERVICE NUMBERS

In the U.S. 1-800-851-8900

In Canada 1-800-267-2826

hamiltonbeach.com or proctorsilex.com

KEEP THESE NUMBERS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE!

Customer Service

If you have a question, call our customer service number. Before
calling, please note the model, type, and series numbers. These
numbers can be found on the bottom of your toaster and will help
us answer your question.

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