9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter. Do not let cord contact hot surfaces, including stove. 10. Do not operate knife in water or under running water. 11. Blades are sharp. Handle carefully. 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. OTHER CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This appliance is intended for household use only. This appliance is equipped with a polarized plug. This type of plug has one blade wider than the other. The plug will fit into an electrical outlet only one way. This is a safety feature intended to help reduce the risk of electrical shock. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact a qualified electrician to replace the obsolete outlet. Do not attempt to defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug by modifying the plug in any way. 2 Before First Use: Handle carefully. Blades are sharp. Washblades in hot, soapy water. Rinse, then dry thoroughly. 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 3 840130700 Ev00.qxd 8/30/04 2:48 PM Page 4 How to Assemble and Use This electric knife is perfect for slicing poultry and many bakery items. WARNING 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. 1. Before First Use: Wash blades in hot, soapy water. Rinse then dry thoroughly. 2. 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. 3. Holding blades together at the base of the blade with cutting edge down, slide into handle until both blades click into place. 4. Plug cord into outlet. 5. Hold knife by handle. Pull On/Off Switch like a trigger to operate. You must hold the switch “On” for the knife to operate. 6. To stop, release the switch. 4 How To Clean and Store WARNING Blade Hazard • Handle blades by side opposite the cutting • Unplug cord before inserting, removing or cleaning blades. • Unplug cord when knife is not in use. 1. Unplug cord from electric outlet. 2. Firmly push down blade release button. Grasp plastic guard, with hand away from cutting edge, 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. Rinse and dry thoroughly. 5. After washing and drying, immediately place blades into the protective sleeve for storage. 6. To clean handle and cord, wipe with a damp cloth and then dry thoroughly. 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 Service” for more information. • Always clean blades between cuttings of different food items to avoid cross contamination of foods. 5 840130700 Ev00.qxd 8/30/04 2:48 PM Page 6 Customer Service If you have a question about your appliance replacement blades, call our toll-free customer service number. Before calling, please note the model, type, and series and fill in that information below. These numbers can be found on the bottom of your appliance. This information will help us answer your question much more quickly. MODEL:_____________ TYPE:_____________ SERIES: This warranty applies to product purchased in 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, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WRITTEN OR ORAL INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY 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: glass parts, glass containers, cutter/strainer, blades, and/or agitators. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser and does not cover a defect resulting from abuse, misuse, neglect, use for commercial purposes, or any use not in conformity with the printed directions. This warranty gives you specific legal right...