Toastmaster 2244B, 2244, 2244CAN User Manual

Hand Held

Can Opener

USE AND CARE GUIDE

MODELS 2244/2244B/2244CAN

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

◆ Read all instructions.

◆ To protect against risk of electrical shock do not put cord, plugs,

or appliance in water or other liquid.

◆ Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or

near children.

◆ Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking

off parts, and before cleaning.

◆ Avoid contacting moving parts.

◆ Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or

after the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any
manner. Contact Consumer Service.

◆ The use of attachments not recommended or sold by

manufacturer may cause fire, electrical shock or injury.

◆ Do not use outdoors.

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

◆ Do not let cord contact hot surface, including the stove.

◆ Do not open pressurized (aerosol-type) cans.

◆ Do not open cans of flammable liquids, such as lighter fluids.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For Household Use Only

ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS

◆ All users of this appliance must read and understand this Use and

Care Guide before operating or cleaning this appliance.

◆ The cord to this appliance should be plugged into a 120V AC

electrical outlet only.

◆ Do not leave this appliance unattended during use.

◆ If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, immediately

unplug the cord. Do not use or attempt to repair the
malfunctioning appliance.

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◆ If this appliance falls or accidentally becomes immersed in water,

unplug it immediately. Do not reach into the water! Do not use this
appliance after it has fallen into or becomes immersed in water.

◆ To reduce the risk of injury to persons or property, never use this

appliance in an unstable position.

◆ Do not use this appliance for other than its intended use.

Polarized Plug

This appliance has a polarized plug, (one blade is wider than the other).
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended to fit into 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 attempt to modify the plug in any way.

Do not use an extension cord with this product.

Electric Power

If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances, your
appliance may not operate properly. It should be operated on a
separate electrical circuit from other appliances.

Operating Instructions
Before First Use

1. Carefully unpack the Can Opener.

2. Make sure the Can Opener is unplugged. Wipe with a soft, clean
cloth or sponge. Never immerse the Can Opener in water or any
other liquid.

3. Carefully insert the Operating Lever into the Can Opener. Hold the
Can Opener facing you with the Lever in the lifted position and slide
the Pivot into the Pivot Hole. Push the Lever towards the Soft-Touch
Handle (see Figures 2 and 3). Fold the Magnet up for storage.

4. Plug Can Opener into electrical outlet and press down on the
Operating Lever to make sure it is operating properly.

CAUTION: Risk of personal injury. Keep hands from beneath the
Operating Lever where the Geared Wheel and Cutting Blade are located.

This Can Opener is designed for food contact. DO NOT use to open cans
with non-food substances in them such as paint, aerosols, etc.

Hand Held Can Opener Use and Care Guide

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