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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.

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.

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.

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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Hamilton Beach 76500 manual Charging Instructions, Using Your Can Opener, How to Clean