TSPROF K03 PRO User manual

TSPROF K03 PRO
SHARPENING DEVICE
USER MANUAL

ENGLISH LANGUAGE
Contents:
1. Purpose
2. Technical characteristics
3. Safety requirements
4. Construction
5. Preparing for work
6. Assembly
7. Setting the sharpening angle
8. Calibration of the rack-and-pinion mechanism
9. Operating procedure
10. Operating instructions of the TSPROF K03 Pro sharpening device
11. Cleaning and maintenance
12. Storage and transportation
13. Utilization
14. Warranty obligations

ATTENTION!
Before using the Device, read this User Manual carefully. Improper use of the Device may cause it to break down.
Strict adherence to the rules in this manual will prevent personal injury and damage to the Product.
The Manufacturer is not liable for damages caused by improper use of the Device.
1. PURPOSE
The TSPROF K03 Pro Sharpening Device (hereinafter referred to as the Device) is a universal
sharpening tool designed for double-sided sharpening of knives without removing the blade from the
clamps for sharpening the back side of the blade.
2. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Characteristics
Spine thickness of knives, mm
Blade length of the knife, mm
Blade width of the knife, mm
Abrasives length, mm
Abrasive thickness, mm
Dimensions of the device in operating position,
without abrasive holder LxWxH, mm
Weight of the device with abrasive holder, g
Maximum sharpening angle (per side)
Minimum sharpening angle (per side)
Value
up to 7
30 – 400
from 13
up to 210
3 to 16 (with blank)
500 х 200 х 260
2 600
39°
8°
* depending on the type of clamp used
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3. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
◇Be sure to read this User Manual before using the device. The device should not be used by persons who are not
familiar with this manual.
◇This device is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are supervised or instructed by a person responsible
for their safety.
◇Minors must be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the Device.
◇Before you start working with the Device, prepare your workplace. There should be no foreign objects in the
working area of the device. The working area must be illuminated.
◇Make sure that the Device is stable on the table. If using a clamp, make sure that it is well tightened and that the
housing is securely clamped to the work surface.
◇To prevent cuts, do not touch the cutting edge of the blade with your hands. It is recommended that you wear cut-
resistant gloves when handling the machine.
◇When sharpening, beware of accidental triggering of the rotating mechanism if the clamping force is weak or the
abrasive holder is pressed too hard. Adjust the force correctly (gure on page).
◇Do not leave unattended the device prepared for operation, as well as an open, uncovered knife blade in the access
area of children and animals.

4. CONSTRUCTION
1. Stand
2. Clamps
3. Control ring
4. Rack-and-pinion lift
5. Rotary mechanism frame
6. Rotary mechanism frame
7. Abrasive holder stroke limiters
8. Hinge unit
9. Lifting mechanism knobs
10. Body
11. Coupling
12. Abrasive holder
13. Digital integrated angle nder
(g. 1)
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5
6 7 11 12 13
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Your TSPROF K03 Pro device has a number of features:
◇The abrasive holder with Axicube-i electronic angle nder allows you to monitor the sharpening angle in real time
and trace any changes, for example when changing the abrasive. Also it is possible to set the sharpening angle with
an accuracy of 0.1°. The display is easy to read in any lighting conditions. The angle sensor is resistant to vibrations..
◇The abrasive holder guide rod is made of steel and allows the abrasives to be rigidly xed both with and without a
blank. The abrasive holder bar has no angular deection after assembly, both in free state and under load.
◇The hinge unit, due to its advanced design, allows you to sharpen knives in the range of angles from 8°* to 39°
which allows you to sharpen at a total angle of up to 78°.
◇The rack and pinion lift is made of aircraft-grade aluminum. It has a sharpening angle scale on it. The sliding part of
the lift is connected to the dovetail base. A locking screw prevents accidental movements of the lift. An additional
lifting rod is used to increase the sharpening angle. The device allows a two-step adjustment of the sharpening
angle: a coarse adjustment with the rack and pinion lift and a ne adjustment with the extended angle axis.
◇The rotary unit has a unique mechanism that facilitates rotation and ensures reliable auto-locking of the clamping
frame. Thanks to the spring and bearing system, the frame rotates without wear to the mechanism. The auto-
rotation system body is made of durable aircraft-grade aluminum, anodized in black.
*when using llet clamps
Option 1. Using the device without a stand.
◇Glue the spacers from the spare parts package to the contact surfaces of the c-clamp.
◇Glue the 5 bumpers from the spare parts package to the back of the body of the sharpener.
◇Clamp the body to the table with the c-clamp.
Option 2. Using the device with a stand.
◇Glue 5 bumpers from the spare parts package to the back of the stand.
◇Place the body of the device in the recess of the stand and x it with the thumbscrews.
5. PREPARING FOR WORK

6. ASSEMBLY
6.1 Install the abrasive holder into the bushing-coupling of the
guide rod and x it.
6.4 Mount the clamp to the frame and tighten the locking
screws. It is possible to use different types of clamps together.
Position the clamps at the required distance from each other
depending on the length and geometry of the blade.
6.2 Turn the control ring to set the desired locking
force.
6.3 Place the abrasive holder rod in the hinge unit, position the
springs, stroke limiter and parking boot as shown. The location
of the parking boot should allow it to be mounted on the disk
of the hinge unit.
6.5 Р7.5 Position the knife in the clamps and x it with one
screw, use a 4mm hex key* for this. Do not over-clamp. The jaws
must be parallel. To release the blade, loosen the screws in the
clamps.
6.6 To avoid damaging the surface of coated or polished knives,
apply masking tape to the place where the jaws come into
contact with the blade.
(g. 2)
(g. 3)
(g. 4)
(g. 5)
(g. 6)
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7. SETTING THE SHARPENING ANGLE
For correct operation of the electronic angle nder it is
necessary to calibrate it. To do this, use the calibration prism
included in the package.
Calibration order:
1. Place the clamp on the left side of the TSPROF K03
device frame as close as possible to the center of the rotary
mechanism frame (g. 7).
(g. 7)
2. Start adjusting the angle nder. Place the calibration
prism close to the clamp without any gaps, so that it does
not protrude beyond the jaws of the clamp. Secure the clamp
tightly with a key (g. 8).
(g. 8)
3. Place the angle nder body on the prism and adjust its
position with the stops so that it does not go beyond the prism
(g. 10).
(g. 9)
(g. 10)
4. Adjust the height of the rack and pinion lift with the
knobs so that there is no gap between the angle nder and the
prsm. Use any illuminator to verify that there is no gap.
(g. 11)
5. Fix the lift with the locking screw.

8. CALIBRATION OF THE RACK-AND-PINION
MECHANISM
If necessary, you can adjust the smoothness of the lift with a hex
screwdriver.
1. Using a 2 mm hex wrench, adjust the screws 1 and 2 as shown in
the illustration.
6. Turn on the angle nder, press and hold the button for 6
seconds, wait for the blinking signs on the display, then release
the button (the screen will ash with « ») and press it again
briey, the display will show the value of 14°. To cancel the
calibration, do not press the button for 10 seconds.
The electronic angle nder is set and ready for operation. It
does not need to be calibrated when it is switched on again.
Important: When you change the position of the device,
transfer it to another surface, it is necessary to recalibrate to
avoid deviation of the electronic angle nder readings from the
real values.
Note. The angle nder is programmed so that regardless of the
angle of the surface on which the angle nder is placed, the
display will always show 14.0° after calibration.
2. Using a 2 mm hex wrench set an even tightening force on
the rack and pinion lift handle, with screws 3 and 4.
(g. 12) (g. 13)
9. OPERATING PROCEDURE
9.1 Knife clamping
◇To prevent scratches on the knife, it is recommended to cover the knife with the masking tape before sharpening.
◇Position the knife so that the longest straight part of the blade is as parallel to the frame as possible.
◇Carefully tighten the clamp screws with a key. The jaws of the clamps must t the knife tightly, without gaps.
◇Do not overtighten the screws, to avoid deection of the jaws in the opposite direction!
9.2 Choosing the sharpening angle
Depending on the purpose of the knife, choose the desired sharpening angle. The table below will help you with this:
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You can also sharpen at the knife’s existing angle.
To do this:
◇use a marker to paint over the secondary bevel;;
◇place the abrasive in the holder;
◇run the abrasive over the painted part;
◇adjust the angle so that one movement of the abrasive
erases the marker completely from the painted area.
(g. 16)
9.3 Knife sharpening
Each knife, steel and abrasive has its own sharpening characteristics. The general principle of
sharpening is described below, which can be changed depending on the characteristics of your particular knife.
◇sharpening is done by moving away from yourself;
◇sharpen step by step with abrasives of different grit sizes, from the coarsest (F120) to the nest (F1000 and higher);
◇sharpening is performed on each side until a burr is formed;
◇if a burr appears, move the abrasive holder aside and park it;
◇ip the frame with the knife. Be sure to hold the knife by the handle during all manipulations;
◇continue sharpening the back side of the knife.
There are many aspects of high-quality knife sharpening.
Learn more about them on our Youtube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/tsprofsharpening

10. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OF THE TSPROF K03 PRO SHARPENING DEVICE
◇The machine has protective marks and the warranty will not apply if they are damaged.
◇Use liquid oils (household, industrial) to lubricate the moving mating surfaces of the Device.
◇Before using the Вevice, check that it is in good working order. In case of a malfunction, please contact the
Manufacturer for all repairs.
◇Movement of the holder with the abrasive bar during sharpening should be consistent, smooth, without sudden
movements and excessive pressure on the holder of the abrasive bar.
11. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
After completing your work, remove dirt from the Device and thoroughly clean all surfaces. Wipe surfaces prone to
corrosion with a cloth lightly dampened with household oil.
12. STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION
Store the device in its original packaging or in a dust-free place at a temperature between +5° C and +40° C. Store in a
dark, dry place at room temperature. In humid climates, put some moisture regulator bags in the box with the Device, and
lubricate with technical oil where corrosion may occur.
It is allowed to transport the device by all means of transport at temperatures from -40 °С to +50 °С. If the device is
transported at subzero temperatures, it can be used only after staying for at least 3 hours at room temperature.
13. UTILIZATION
Dispose of the device and packaging in accordance with the procedure established by the standards and regulations in the
eld of production and consumption waste management. Paper, plastic and metal waste must be sorted according to the
standards for separate waste collection approved in your region.
Dispose of the electronic angle nder separately from the sharpening device. Do not dispose of electrical devices together
with household waste, contact a hazardous waste collection point. Contact your local municipal recycling authorities or
certied recycling companies that specialize in the disposal of such devices in your area.

14. WARRANTY OBLIGATIONS
The current warranty terms and conditions are listed on the Manufacturer’s website. In case of discrepancies, the terms and
conditions posted on the Manufacturer’s website have priority: https://tsprof.com/help/warranty
The warranty period for the product is 1 year from the date of sale, but no more than 1.5 years from the date of manufacture.
The warranty period can be extended according to special programs from the Manufacturer. The date of sale is the date of
registration of shipping documents and/or the date of completion of the warranty card.
This warranty entitles the Buyer to have the product repaired free of charge in the event of defects related to materials and
assembly. All repairs, including warranty and post-warranty repairs, are performed only at the Manufacturer’s production
facilities.
Packing materials are not covered under warranty.
Warranty repair of partially or completely disassembled equipment is excluded. Such repairs are available on a chargeable
basis.
Warranty repairs are not available in the following cases:
◇If the equipment is not used for its intended purpose as specied in the manual;
◇In case of external mechanical damage to the equipment;
◇in case of defects due to non-compliance with the rules of storage and transportation, force majeure circumstances,
as well as adverse atmospheric or other external effects on the equipment, such as rain, snow, high humidity, heating,
aggressive environments, etc.;
◇when damage has occurred due to failure to observe the operating conditions specied in the manual or to make
structural modications on your own;
◇when foreign objects get into the equipment;
◇in the event of defects and breakdowns due to delays in scheduled maintenance and preventive maintenance,
including cleaning and lubrication of the equipment in accordance with the instructions in the manual.

Setting, adjustment, maintenance and preventive maintenance of equipment (for example: cleaning, washing, lubrication,
replacement of technical uids) is not a warranty service and is provided on a paid basis.
The equipment is removed from the warranty if you do not follow the operating instructions as stated in the manual.
Before sending your product for warranty, non-warranty, or post-warranty service, be sure to contact the Manufacturer by
sending an email to [e-mail].
Address for sending the product: Russia, Udmurt Republic, 426065, Izhevsk, ul. 10 let Oktyabrya, 80, ofce 405, “Tekhno
studia Prol” OOO.

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