Hamilton Beach Walk-n-Cut User manual

840082600
Walk-n-Cut™Can Opener
USA: 1-800-851-8900
Canada : 1-800-267-2826
Contains nickel-cadmium
rechargeable batteries.
Batteries must be recycled
or disposed of properly.
Call 1-800-8-BATTERY for
nearest retail collection site.
Contient des piles
rechargeables au nickel-
cadmium. Ces piles doivent
être recyclées ou éliminées
convenablement. Composer
le 1-800-8-BATTERY pour
connaître le site de collecte
au détail le plus proche.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electric 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 put unit, cord,
plug, or charger in water or other liquid.
3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by
or near children.
4. Use only with the charger provided with the appliance. Do not
attempt to use this charger with any other products. Likewise,
do not attempt to charge this appliance with any other charger.
5. Do not incinerate this appliance even if it is severely damaged.
The batteries can explode in fire.
6. Do not operate in the presence of explosives and/or flammable
fumes or liquids.
7. Avoid contact with moving parts.
8. Do not operate with any appliance with a damaged electrical
cord, plug, or charger or after the appliance malfunctions or is
dropped or damaged in any manner. Call our toll-free customer
service number for information on examination, repair or
adjustment.
9. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the
appliance manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
10. Do not use outdoors.
11. Do not use an extension cord. Plug charger directly into an
electric outlet.
12. Do not let cord of charger hang over edge of table or counter,
or touch hot surfaces.
13. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a
heated oven.
14. Do not open pressurized (aerosol-type) cans.
15. Do not open cans of flammable liquids such as lighter fluid.
16. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
17. Unplug the charger from the power outlet when not in use,
or before attempting any routine cleaning of the charger.
18. This product contains nickel-cadmium batteries, which must
be recycled or disposed of properly at the end of the life of
the appliance (see section on battery removal and disposal).
Do not incinerate or compost batteries, as they will explode in
high temperatures.
19. Under extreme conditions, leaks of batteries can occur. If the
battery liquid gets on the skin, wash quickly with soap and water
or neutralize area with lemon juice, vinegar or other mild acid. If
the liquid gets into the eyes, immediately flush them with clean
water for a minimum of 10 minutes. Seek medical attention as
soon as possible.
Parts & Features
1. Piercing Lever
2. Can Opener Body
3. Can Guide
4. Charger

Using Your Can Opener
CAUTION: Be sure the appliance is off and the motor has
stopped completely before putting on or taking off the
piercing lever and before cleaning.
1. Unplug charger from can opener. Do not use the can
opener when it is attached to the charger.
2. Grasp the back of the can opener.
3. Flip up the hinged magnet so that it is in position to hold
the can lid.
4. Raise the piercing lever up and
position can opener so that the rim
of the can is firmly against the can
guide and under the cutting blade.
The base (feet) of the unit will be
parallel to the counter.
WARNING: Keep fingers away from
this area to avoid fingers being
pinched.
Charging Instructions
IMPORTANT: The appliance is not fully charged when packed
in the carton. Charge unit for at least 24 hours before first use.
1. Connect the charger cord to the can opener.
2. Plug the charger into outlet.
NOTE: While charging, it is normal for the body of the can
opener and the charger to feel warm.
3. To prolong the life of the batteries, let the batteries fully
discharge before recharging.
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5. Press the piercing lever all the way down to energize the
can opener and pierce the can. It is not necessary to hold
the lever down once cutting begins. Except for short cans
or cans with a small diameter, you can let the can opener
rotate freely around the top of the can without holding it.
6. The motor will automatically stop when the lid has been cut.
7. Raise the piercing lever to release the can opener from the
can. Carefully slide the lid from the magnet.
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How to Clean
1. Unplug charger from electrical outlet
and from can opener.
2. Remove cutting assembly by rotating
the piercing lever counterclockwise
until it pops out of position.
3. Wash the cutting assembly in hot,
soapy water. Rinse and dry
thoroughly.
4. Wipe the body of can opener with a damp cloth.
5. To reassemble, place the knob on the back of cutting
assembly into the hole on the front of the can opener.
Push down and to the right until the assembly snaps into
place.

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Battery Removal and
Disposal
This product uses nickel-cadmium rechargeable and recyclable
batteries. When the unit can no longer be recharged, the
batteries should be removed from the product and recycled or
disposed of properly. Do not incinerate or compost batteries,
as they will explode at high temperatures. Do not attempt to
replace batteries with batteries other than those supplied by
the manufacturer.
Removal
1. Use a small Phillips screwdriver to
remove the screws on the back
of the can opener. Remove rear
cover.
2. Remove screw securing batteries.
Pull off terminal connectors to
remove batteries.

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NOTE: If the batteries have leaked, put on protective rubber
gloves before touching the batteries. Under extreme conditions,
leaks from batteries can occur. If the battery liquid gets on
the skin, wash quickly with soap and water or neutralize area
with lemon juice, vinegar or other mild acid. If the liquid gets
into the eyes, immediately flush them with clean water for a
minimum of 10 minutes. Seek medical attention as
soon as possible.
Replacement
In the United States, replacement batteries
can be purchased at Batteries Plus.
Call 1-800-MR-START (1-800-677-8278)
for store locations.
Disposal
Your appliance manufacturer is concerned about protecting
the environment and, therefore, has chosen
to participate in the RBRC®(Rechargeable
Battery Corporation) recycling program. The
RBRC®is a non-profit organization whose
recycling programs adhere to all federal and
state mandates concerning the proper
collection, storage, and transportation of
nickel-cadmium batteries. The RBRC®Seal on the nickel-
cadmium battery pack indicates that the cost to recycle the
battery pack has already been paid. Call 1-800-8-BATTERY
to find the nearest retail collection site. You may also contact
your local recycling center for information on where to drop
off the used battery pack. For more information on RBRC® ‚
check out their web site at www.rbrc.org.

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Customer Service
If you have a question about your can opener, call our toll-free
customer service number. Before calling, please note the
model, type, and series numbers and fill in that information
below. These numbers can be found on the back of your can
opener. This information will help us answer your question
much more quickly.
MODEL:_____________ TYPE:_____________ SERIES: _____________
LIMITED WARRANTY
This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a
period of two (2) years for Hamilton Beach Portfolio products or one (1) year for
Hamilton Beach 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 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
Web site address: www.hamiltonbeach.com
KEEP THESE NUMBERS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE!

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263 Yadkin Road
Southern Pines, NC 28387
Picton, Ontario K0K 2T0
840082600 Web site address: www.hamiltonbeach.com