Tower Hobbies T19003 Operator's manual

180W
Electric Knife
Safety and Instruction Manual
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
T19003

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WHAT’S IN THE BOX
Instruction Manual
Blade Safety Cover
1. Pulse Button
2. Eject Button
3. Blade Grip
4. Blades
5. Handle
6. Ventilation Slots
BEFORE YOUR FIRST USE
1. Remove the appliance and all accessories from the packaging. Peel off any
adhesive labels, if any.
2. Wash the blades, in warm, soapy water before use.
3. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Your appliance is now ready for normal use.
WARNING:
DO NOT immerse the unit in water.
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CONTENTS:CONTENTS:
2 What’s in the box & before your first use
4 Product safety information
6 Using your appliance
7 Care and cleaning
8 Warranty
9 Important! Wiring safety
10 Notes
11 Your receipt & disposal of the unit
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PRODUCT SAFETY INFORMATION
• Check that the voltage of the main circuit corresponds with the rating of the
appliance before operating.
• Please ensure that the appliance is used on a stable, level, and heat
resistant surface.
• Do not immerse cords, plugs or any part of the appliance in water or any
other liquid.
• Do not leave the appliance unattended while it is operating.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near
children.
• Take care when any appliance is used near pets.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and
persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved.
• Children should not play with the appliance.
• Cleaning and user maintenance should not be undertaken by children
without supervision.
• Switch off at the wall socket then remove the plug from the socket when not
in use or before cleaning.
• If the supply cord or appliance is damaged, stop using the appliance
immediately and seek advice from the manufacturer, its service agent or a
similarly qualified person.
• Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter or let it come
into contact with any hot surfaces.
• The use of accessory attachments other than those supplied is not
recommended.
• Do not pull the plug out by the cord as this may damage the plug and/or the
cable.
• Do not use this product for anything other than its intended use.
• This appliance is for household use only.
• Do not carry the appliance by the power cord.

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• Do not use any extension cord with this appliance.
• Do not use the appliance outdoors.
• Use of an extension cord with this appliance is not recommended. However,
if it is necessary to use an extension lead, ensure that the lead is suited to
the power consumption of the appliance to avoid overheating of extension
cord, appliance or plug point. Do not place the extension cord in a position
where it can be pulled on by children or animals or tripped over.
• In case of technical problems, switch off the product and do not attempt
to repair it yourself. Return the appliance to an authorised service facility
for examination, adjustment or repair. Always insist on the use of original
spare parts. Failure to comply with the above mentions precautions and
instructions, could affect the safe operation of this product.
• This product will get hot during use care must be taken when handling
• Never let the power unit, cord or plug get wet.
• The use of accessory attachments that are not recommended or supplied by
the manufacturer may result in injuries, fire or electric shock.
• Blades are sharp. Handle carefully. Always handle blades with hand away
from cutting edge. Always store blades with cutting edge away from you.
• Do not operate knife in water or under running water.
• Disconnect from the mains supply before changing blades.
• Only use the appliance for its intended domestic use.
The manufacturer will not accept any liability for the appliance if subject to
improper use or failure to comply with these instructions.
• In the unlikely event the appliance develops a fault, stop using it immediately
and seek advice from the service department:
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USING YOUR APPLIANCE
Assembly
1. Do not plug in to mains before the blades have been inserted.
2. Make sure that your palm is on the dull side of the blade and the fingers
away from the sharp edge.
3. Lay both blades parallel to each other with the metal pin from one blade to
be locked into the slot of the other.
4. Grip both blades together at the finger protector and glide into the housing
until they snap in.
5. Test the security of the blades by applying a light pressure in the reverse
direction. (Attempting to remove the blades.) For this operation, it is
recommended to have the protective sheath over the blades in order to
avoid an accident.
6. The appliance is now ready for operation.
Removing the blades
1. Unplug the unit.
2. Press the blade release button. The blades will eject automatically.
3. Disconnect when changing blades.
Operation
1. To operate the knife, press the “power button” with your thumb.
2. To cut the food, simply guide the blades through the food. It is not necessary
to move the knife back and forth, as the double cutting action of the two
blades will slice the food quickly, easily and neatly. To cease cutting, release
pressure from the power button, which automatically turns the appliance off.
NOTE: Poultry bones can not be cut using these blades.

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CARE AND CLEANING
1. To clean the outer surface of electric knife, use a sofa damp cloth and dry
it afterwards with a dry towel. Clean only after unplugging the electric knife
from the mains supply.
2. Never use metal polish.
3. All removable parts on the electric knife should be detached and cleaned
thoroughly in warm, soapy water at regular intervals.
4. The knife is factory lubricated and requires no further user servicing.
IMPORTANT! Allow to dry fully after cleaning before using again.
Do not use the appliance if damp. Ensure the appliance is completely
clean and dry before storing.
Storage
To store your appliance:
1. Unplug power cord from the power outlet and clean as above.
2. Allow the appliance to dry fully.
3. Place the safety blade cover over the blades and store in a cool dry place.

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TECHNICAL DATA
Description: Electric Knife
Model: T19003
Rated Voltage: 220-240V ~50/60Hz
Input power: 180W
DOCUMENTATION
We declare that this product conforms to the following product
legislation in accordance with the following directive(s):
2004/108/EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive.
2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive.
2011/65/EU Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive.
1935/2004/EC Materials & Articles in Contact With Food
(LFGB section 30 & 31).
RKW Quality Assurance, United Kingdom.
WARRANTY
This product is guaranteed for 12 months from the date of original purchase.
If any defect arises due to faulty materials of workmanship, the faulty products
must be returned to the place of purchase. Refund or replacement is at the
discretion of the retailer.
The Following Conditions Apply:
• The product must be returned to the retailer with proof of purchase.
• The product must be installed and used in accordance with the instructions
contained in this instruction guide.
• It must be used only for domestic purposes.
• It does not cover wear and tear, damage, misuse or consumable parts.
• RKW has limited liability for incidental or consequential loss or damage.
• This guarantee is valid in the UK and Eire Only.
An extended warranty is available for this appliance.
See back page for details.

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WARNING:
This appliance is double insulated.
Do not connect any wire to the earth terminal.
IMPORTANT! WIRING SAFETY
(For UK Use Only) As the colours in the mains lead of this appliance may not
correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug,
please proceed as follows:
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Blue [N] Neutral
Brown [L] Live
Plug Fitting Details (where applicable)
The wire coloured blue is the neutral and must be
connected to the terminal marked [N] or coloured black. The wire coloured
brown is the live wire and must be connected to the terminal marked [L]
or coloured red. On no account must either the brown or the blue wire be
connected to the [E] terminal .
Always ensure that the cord grip is fastened correctly.
The plug must be fitted with a fuse of the same rating already fitted and
conforming to BS 1362 and be ASTA approved. If in doubt consult a qualified
electrician who will be pleased to do this for you.
Non-rewireable Mains Plug
If your appliance is supplied with a non-rewireable plug fitted to the mains lead
and should the fuse need replacing, you must use an ASTA approved one
(conforming to BS 1362 of the same rating).
If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician who will be pleased to do this for you.
If you need to remove the plug - disconnect it from the mains - and then cut it
off the mains lead and immediately dispose of it safely. Never attempt to reuse
the plug or insert it into a socket outlet as there is a danger of an electric shock.

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DISPOSAL OF THE UNIT
Appliances bearing the symbol shown here may not be disposed of in
domestic rubbish. You are required to dispose of old electrical and electronic
appliances like this separately.
Please visit www.recycle-more.co.uk or www.recyclenow.co.uk
for access to information about the recycling of electrical items.
Please visit www.weeeireland.ie for access to information about
the recycling of electrical items purchased in Ireland.
The WEEE directive, introduced in August 2006, states that
all electrical items must be recycled, rather than taken to landfill.
Please arrange to take this appliance to your local Civic Amenity
site for recycling, once it has reached the end of its life.
YOUR RECEIPT
Affix your store receipt to this page.

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many years. As a thank you for purchasing
one of our fantastic products, we are giving
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