Black & Decker Extra-Tall EC475C Manual

Overview

Product may vary slightly from what is illustrated.

1. Lever
2. † Removable cutting assembly (Part # 178180-00)
3. Bottle opener
4. Extra-tall base
5. Cord storage (under unit)
6. Locating post
7. † Pop-top opener (Part # 178180-POP)
8. Knife sharpener

Note: † indicates consumer replaceable/removable parts

How to Use

This product is for household use only.

BEFORE FIRST USE

• Remove the cutting assembly from cardboard insert.
• Please go to www.prodprotect.com/applica to register your warranty.
• Attach cutting assembly by aligning key tab with key slots (A).
  
• Push in and turn until cutting assembly locks into position.

OPENING CANS

1. Plug the cord into a standard, 120-volt electrical outlet.
2. Lift the lever. Tip the can so that the rim is under the locating post.
3. Push down on the lever, making sure the cutter blade is inside the rim.
   Note: It is not necessary to hold the lever down or support the can during cutting. However, you may have to hold the base when cutting very tall or heavy cans.
4. When the can is opened, the cutting automatically stops.
5. Remove can by holding it with one hand and raising the Lever with the other.
   
   Avoid contact with the cut edges of the can or lids-they are sharp. Carefully remove the lid from the magnet and discard.
6. Stuff excess cord back inside the bottom of the unit and feed the cord through the notch for storage.
   Note: This can opener will not open rimless cans or cans with angled corners. It should not be used to open cans with a peel-off foil or rolling key.
   Note: Frozen juices or foods in cardboard cans should be opened as soon as they are removed from the freezer. Aluminum lids will not stick to the magnet.

POP TOP OPENER

For use on cans with a pull ring

1. Remove pop top opener. Wedge the flat end of the pop top opener under the ring and lift up (B).
   
2. Manually pull the ring back to remove the lid or hook the Pop-Top Opener under the ring, pull back on the Pop-Top Opener and pop off the lid (C).
   

BOTTLE OPENER

1. For use only in the removal of metal bottle caps. Do not use it for screw-off caps, punch in tabs or cans with pull rings.
2. To open a bottle, position the cap under the metal "hook" in the bottle opener.
   
   Be sure the "hook" is not under the bottle neck or the glass may break.
3. Pull down to pop the cap off (D).
   

KNIFE SHARPENING

1. The slot in the Knife Sharpener is slanted for left or right-handed use.
2. For best results, sharpen the entire blade length in one continuous stroke carefully pulling the blade through the slot and slightly up towards you (E). Repeat until you achieve desired sharpness. Wash and dry knives after sharpening. Use caution with blade after sharpening.
   

Knife Sharpening Tips

• Clean and dry knives before sharpening.
• Do not attempt to sharpen serrated blades, as this will smooth their edges.
• Do not attempt to sharpen scissors.

Care and Cleaning

This product contains no user serviceable parts. Refer service to qualified service personnel.

1. Unplug the can opener before cleaning.
2. Remove the cutting assembly by lifting the lever up and pulling the cutting assembly out (A).
3. Wash it by hand in warm, sudsy water; rinse and dry thoroughly.
4. Before replacing the cutting assembly, wipe the can opener exterior, and area around the drive wheel with a slightly damp cloth or sponge.

NEED HELP?

For service, repair or any questions regarding your appliance, call the appropriate 800 number on cover of this book. Please DO NOT return the product to the place of purchase. Also, please DO NOT mail product back to manufacturer, nor bring it to a service center. You may also want to consult the website listed on the cover of this manual.

Two-Year Limited Warranty

(Applies only in the United States and Canada)

What does it cover?

• Any defect in material or workmanship provided; however, Applica's liability will not exceed the purchase price of product.

For how long?

• Two years after date of purchase.

How do you get service?

• Save your receipt as proof of date of sale.
• Visit the online service website at www.prodprotect.com/applica, or call toll-free 1-800-231-9786, for general warranty service.
• If you need parts or accessories, please call 1-800-738-0245.

is a registered trademark of The Black & Decker Corporation, Towson, Maryland, USA

Made in People's Republic of China
Printed in People's Republic of China

Copyright © 2009 Applica Consumer Products, Inc.

2009/9-16-27e/F

Printed on recycled paper.