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Chef's Choice 1520 User Manual

Chef's Choice 1520
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MODEL 1520
INSTRUCTIONS
Angle Select
®
Knife Sharpener
Read these instructions before use.
It is essential that you follow these
instructions to achieve optimum results.
© 2017 EdgeCraft Corp.
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Chef's Choice 1520 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Model1520
CategoryAccessories
Sharpening Stages3
Angle ControlYes
Diamond AbrasivesYes
ApplicationKitchen Knives
Power SourceElectric
Voltage120V
Dimensions10 x 4.25 x 4.25 inches
ColorBlack/Silver
TypeElectric
Edge TypeStraight and Serrated
MaterialPlastic

Summary

Important Safeguards

General Safety Precautions

Essential safety guidelines for operating the knife sharpener and handling knives to prevent injury or damage.

Getting Acquainted with the Model 1520 Sharpener

Description of Knife Blade Types

Euro/American Blades (20 Degree Facets)

Details on European/American knives, their design, and 20-degree sharpening facets.

Contemporary Asian Knives (15 Degree Facets)

Information on contemporary Asian knives, including Santoku and Nakiri, and their 15-degree facets.

Traditional Japanese Knives (15 Degree Facets)

Focus on traditional single-beveled Japanese knives, their unique edge geometry, and sharpening.

Sharpening Contemporary Asian Knives

Honing the Edge in Stage 1

Honing the edge of contemporary Asian knives using Stage 1 of the sharpener.

Detecting the Burr

Procedure for identifying the burr on the knife edge after sharpening.

Stropping/Polishing the Edge in Stage 3

Polishing the Asian knife edge using Stage 3 abrasive disks for final sharpness.

Re-sharpening Asian Blades

Instructions for re-sharpening contemporary Asian knives using Stages 1 and 3.

Developing the Trizor Triple Bevel Edge

Sharpening Traditional Japanese Single-Sided Blades

Honing Japanese Knives in Stage 1 (Right Handed)

Honing traditional single-sided Japanese knives using Stage 1, specifically for right-handed blades.

Stropping/Polishing in Stage 3 (Right Handed)

Polishing traditional Japanese knives using Stage 3, specifically for right-handed blades.

Sharpening European/American Knives

Honing in Stage 2

Honing European/American knives using Stage 2 of the sharpener.

Stropping/Polishing in Stage 3

Polishing European/American knives using Stage 3 of the sharpener for a sharp edge.

Re-sharpening European/American Knives

Re-sharpening European/American knives using Stage 3, or Stages 2 and 3.

Converting to 15 Degree Asian Style Edge

Converting European/American knives to a 15-degree Asian style edge for light-duty work.

Procedure for Sharpening Serrated Blades

Dressing of Stage 3 Disks

Suggestions and Best Practices

Normal Maintenance

Service Information

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