Sunbeam 3108 User manual

Adjustable
Can Ot3ener
instruction
- Model #3108/M6del#3138

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When using electrical appliances, basic safety
precautions should always be followed including the
following:
l Read all instructions before using the can opener.
l To protect against the risk of electrical shock, do not
put can opener in water or other liquid.
l Close supervision is necessary when any can opener
is used by or near children:
l Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on
or taking off parts, and before cleaning.
l Avoid contacting moving parts.
l Do not operate can opener with a damaged cord or
plug or after the appliance malfunctions, or is
dropped or damaged in any manner. Return can
opener to the authorized Sunbeam Appliance Service
Station for examination, repair or electrical or
mechanical adjustment.
l The use of attachments not recommended or sold by
the manufacturer may cause fire, electrical shock or
injury.
l Do not use outdoors.
l Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or
touch hot surfaces.
l Do not open pressurized [aerosol-type] cans.
l Do not open cans of flammable liquids such as lighter
fluids.
l Do not use can opener for other than intended use or
leave unattended while in use.
l Do not operate this appliance inthe presence of explosive
and/or flammable fumes.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
Readthe following instructions beforeusing the unit for thefirsttime.
FORHOUSEHOLDUSEONLY
This appliance hasa polarized plug (one blade iswider than the other).
To reducethe riskofelectric shock,this plug is intended to fit in a
polarized outlet onlyone way. Ifthe plug does notfullyfitin the outlet,
reversethe plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician.
Do not attempt to defeatthis safetyfeature.
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Plug electrical cord into 120 volt,60 cycleACoutlet.
Raisecan opener leverto upright position (A). Insert can so that the
lower edge ofthe canlip restson top ofthe drivewheel. Becertain that
the cutting edge is onthe inside ofthe can lip as shown (B).Push can
opener leverdown firmly(C)and hold until the can lid is automatically
pierced and the cutting action begins. Itis not necessaryto hold thecan
opener leverdown during the cutting cycle.
When the can isfullyopen, the cutting action will automatically stop.The
canwill remain in position until the leverisraised. To releasethe can,
grasp the canfirmly in one hand and raisethe leverwith the other hand.
The magnetic lid holder will retain the lid (D).
Dented Cans: Occasionally,badlydented canswill causethe can opener
to stall. Ifthis happens,grasp the dented canand guide itthrough the
cutting action manually until the damaged areasare passed.
Jammed Cans:Toopen acan that has becomejammed, raise thecan
opener leverand releasethe can. Begin thecutting action again in a new
place on the can lip.
C

To insure proper sanitation, all removableparts on the canopener should
bedetached and cleaned thoroughly in warm, sudsywater at regular
intervals.Beforecleaning, UNPLUGTHE CORDFROMOUTLET.The
motor housing easilywipes clean using a damp cloth. Neverimmerse the
motor housing in water.
Removingthe Lid litter:
Liftup to slide out aspictured (E).
Removingthe Cutting Unit:
Raisecanopener leverto its fullest upright position.
Pushcan opener leverto the right to removeit from the recessed
area (F).
DriveWheel
Wipe offdrivewheel with adamp cloth. Tothoroughly clean drive
wheel, usesmall brush to removeaccumulated dirt (G).
Replacing the Cutting Unit
With can opener leverin raised position, place knob in recessed area.
Push leverto the leftto snap it into position (H).
Replacethe lid lifter

Twist the knob to raise and lower the cutting assembly. To adjust the
height of the cutting assembly follow these directions:
1. Twist the knob in a counter-clockwise direction until the knob clicks
into place. The cutting assembly Is raised for
opening extra tall cans.
2. Twist the knob in a clockwise direction to
lower the cutting assembly for opening regular
size cans and for compact storage.
The motor and internal gears of your can opener unit are permanently
lubricated at the factory for lifetime service and require no further
attention. The cutting blade is made of hardened steel and is a special
design. It will last for years under normal use. Do not attempt to
sharpen.
2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Sunbeam-Oster Household Products warrants that, for a period of two years from
date of purchase, this product shall be free of mechanical and electrical defects in
material and workmanship. Our obligation hereunder is limited to repair or
replacement, at our option, of this product during the warranty period, provided
the product is sent postage prepaid directly to our factory service center:
SUNBEAM-OSTERHOUSEHOLDPRODUCTS
APPLIANCE SERVICE STATION
117 Industrial Central Row
Purvis, Ms 39475
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE: THIS MAY
DELAY THE PROCESSING OF YOUR WARRANTY CLAIM. This warranty does not
cover normal wear of parts, damage resulting from any of the following: negligent
use of the product, use with improper voltage or current, use contrary to
operating instructions, or disassembly, repair, or alteration by any person other
than our factory service center. Product repair or replacement as provided under
the above warranty is your exclusive remedy. Sunbeam Corporation (of which
Sunbeam-Oster Household Products is a division), shall not be liable for any
incidental or consequential damages for breach of any express or implied
warranty on this product. Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any
implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose on this
product is limited in duration to the duration of the above warranty. Some states
do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or
allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations
or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights,
and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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Knives:
Plug the electrical cord into a 120 volt,60 cycleACoutlet.
Pressdown on the canopener leverto start the grinding wheel. Allow
the motor to developfull speed.
Insertthe knifeinto either slot ofthe sharpening guide, holding itflat
against the sloping wall ofthe housing. Lower the blade until it touches
the wheel.
Draw the knifeblade towards you (I), keepingthe bladeagainst the
sloping wall ofthe housing.Maintain only aslight pressure on the wheel.
Repeatthe same operation using the other slot. Alternate the knifeblade
from slotto slot to sharpen both sides ofthe blade. Continuethis
process until the desired sharpness is achieved.
SCiSSOrJ:
Pressdown on the can opener leverto startthe grinding wheel. Allow
the motor to developfull speed.
Open scissors,hold blade to besharpened with the other blade on the
bottom. Pull blade through slotfrom leftto right (Jj.
Turn scissorsoverand repeatwith other blade. Use light pressure and
continuous motion when sharpening.
Cord Storage:
A cord storage area is located on the bottom ofthe unit to store excess
cord. When the cutting assemblyis raised,pull out asmuch cord as
required to reachthe outlet.
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