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CHOP SMARTER. Adjusting how you think about sharpening.
winner 2013
Adjustable Manual Knife Sharpener (Item #50146) Benefits:
sharpens: straight edge knives u serrated knives u santoku/asian knives u
• Versatile, this sharpener will sharpen virtually every knife in a knife block. • Easy to use, simply select the correct angle by pushing and turning the knob. • Allows home cooks and professional chefs to return their knife to the original factory produced sharpening angle. • Damaged and dull knives are quickly sharpened in the Coarse slot with just a few pulls (10 or more pulls depending on the sharpness of the knife). • The Fine slot is ideal for polishing the edge of an already sharp knife and for everyday knife maintenance. • Serrated knives are easily sharpened in this fixed angle slot, just a few pulls is all it takes to sharpen most styles. • Compact size fits well in the drawer. • Sturdy and stable to allow for safer sharpening.
747 MID-AMERICA BLVD • HOT SPRINGS, AR 71913-8414 USA Phone (+1) 800-221-4156 • (+1) 501.321.2244 Fax (+1) 501 321 9232
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Sharpen your
Coarse Slot
Fine Slot
Fixed Serrated Slot
Caution: Keep hands and fingers away from sharpening slots during sharpening or serious injury could occur. Style of Knife
Soft Grip Accents In Handle Non-Slip Base For Stability When Sharpening
Cast Aluminum Frame
Angle Adjust Adjustable Manual Knife Sharpener Sharpening Instructions: Both the Coarse and Fine sharpening slots will move at the same time to the selected angle. Step 1. Push down to turn knob to the appropriate sharpening angle. If original factory angle is unknown follow suggested angles on knob. (Fig. 1) Fig. 1 Step 2. Insert knife into the appropriate sharpening slot at a 90 degree angle to the sharpener. Step 3. Using moderate pressure pull the knife blade through the sharpening slot (approximately 6-10 pulls depending on the damage or sharpness of the knife). (Fig. 2) Fig. 2 Step 4. Repeat until sharp Step 5. Always finish and polish the knife in the fine slot. Also use the fine slot for regular maintenance. Pull the knife through the slot using moderate pressure (approximately 6-10 pulls) Step 6. Repeat until sharp.Test the sharpness of the knife by cutting a piece of paper, or slicing a vegetable. If the knife does not cut through the item easily, repeat sharpening.Knives made of harder steel may require additional pulls. Sharpening Serrated Knives Pull knife through serrated sharpening slot 2-3 times using light downward pressure. Repeat process until sharp. Warning! This knife sharpener will produce a sharp edge. Use caution when handling a sharp knife. To avoid injury handle sharpened knives with extreme care.
Brand / Series
Degrees Per Side
Chef’s knife Global.............................................................. 17 Zwilling Henckels/Cronidur........................ 12.5 Shun.................................................................. 16 Wusthof .......................................................... 14 Zwilling Henckels/all other collections.... 15 Serrated/All Brands/Manual Serrated Sharpening Slot ONLY Santoku Knife Global.............................................................. 17 Shun.................................................................. 16 Wusthof .......................................................... 11 Zwilling Henckels/Cronidur........................ 12.5 Zwilling Henckels/all other collections.... 15 NOTE: Angle, as used in these instructions, refers to the angle at the cutting edge. Based on third party information.
Common Sharpening Angles: (degrees per side) Fillet Knives = 16° Kitchen Knives (Asian) = 16° Kitchen Knives (American/Euro) = 20°
Pocket Knives = 20° Hunting Knives = 22° Tactical Knives = 22°
IMPORTANT THINGS TO DO OR KNOW BEFORE USING THESE PRODUCTS 1. READ OWNER’S MANUAL COMPLETELY. 2. Determine angle of knife from manufacturer or the instruction manual. 3. Adjust sharpener to recommended angle. 4. Use COARSE slot for very dull knives and initial angle setting; FINE slot for finishing or edge maintenance. 5. Hold knife blade level and upright in the slot at all times. NEVER POINT THE BLADE UP OR DOWN, OR LEAN THE BLADE LEFT OR RIGHT. 6. Use moderately light pressure when pulling knife through slots; DON’T PRESS HARD. 7. Pull knife at recommeded speed through slots10 or more times until sharp. 8. Use manual slot for serrated knives; don’t sharpen ceramic knives.
Care & Use: Always clean your sharpener after use. Clean with damp cloth or mild brush. Do not rinse with water Style of Knife
Brand / Series
Degrees Per Side
Paring Knife Global.............................................................. 17 Shun.................................................................. 16 Wusthof .......................................................... 14 Zwilling Henckels/Cronidur........................ 12.5 Zwilling Henckels/all other collections.... 15 Utility knife Global.............................................................. 17 Shun.................................................................. 16 Wusthof .......................................................... 14 Zwilling Henckels/Cronidur........................ 12.5 Zwilling Henckels/all other collections.... 15 Boning Knife Global.............................................................. 17 Shun.................................................................. 16 Wusthof .......................................................... 18 Zwilling Henckels/Cronidur........................ 12.5 Zwilling Henckels/all other collections.... 15 Use this space to add knives/angles not listed on this chart.
