Kenwood CO600 series - User Manual

Your Kenwood Can Opener can be used to open a variety of domestic
can shapes and sizes. In addition the CO600 Series incorporates a
bottle opener and a knife sharpening facility.
When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should
always be followed, including the following:-
1. Read all instructions.
2. This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm
persons without supervision.
3. Do not immerse appliance, cord or plug in water or other liquid.
4. Do not use the appliance if it is damaged.
5. Unplug the appliance from the mains supply
- before cleaning
- immediately after use
6. Do not use the appliance for other than its intended use.
7. This appliance is for domestic use only.
8. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with this appliance.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Know your Table Top Can Opener
1. Bottle Opener 5. Cutter Blade
2. Drive Wheel 6. Guide Pin
3. Magnet 7. Knife Sharpener
4. Lever 8. Cord Stowage
Key
1. Plug the appliance into the power
supply.
2. Lift the lever to the open position.
3. Hold the can with the top rim resting
under the metal guide pin and the can
resting on the drive wheel (Fig. 1).
4. Press the lever lightly down to start the
motor. The self-starting blade will then
pierce the can and commence cutting
(Fig. 2).
5. The can will be held fixed in position
with the magnet resting against the lid.
Large or wide cans may require extra
support from the user.
6. Once the can is open, the motor will
automatically stop, retaining the can and
lid safely in place.
7. To remove, lift the lever whilst holding
the can.
8. With the exception of aluminium cans,
the lid will be retained by the magnet
(Fig. 3).
9. For tidiness, any unwanted length of
cord can be stowed inside the
appliance.
10. Do not use the appliance to open ring-
pull cans.
Using your Table Top Can Opener
Connecting to Power
Before switching on make sure that the voltage of your electricity
supply is the same as that indicated on the underside of your can
opener.
IMPORTANT (UK ONLY): The wires in the mains lead are coloured
in accordance with the following code:
BLUE NEUTRAL
BROWN LIVE
NOTE:
This can opener complies with European Economic Community Radio
Interference Directive 89/336/EEC.
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Summary

Know Your Kenwood Can Opener

Important Safeguards

Basic safety precautions to follow when using electrical appliances.

Connecting to Power

Instructions for connecting the can opener to the mains electricity supply.

Using the Table Top Can Opener

Step-by-step guide for operating the table top can opener and its functions.

Using the Bottle Opener

Using the Knife Sharpener

Cleaning and Maintenance

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Important Technical Specifications
3. Key Components (Referencing the provided diagram)
4. Usage Features
5. Can Opening
6. Bottle Opening
7. Knife Sharpening
8. Safety Precautions
9. Maintenance Features
10. Cleaning
11. Cord Stowage
12. Service and Repair

The Kenwood CO600 Series Table Top Can Opener is a versatile kitchen appliance designed to simplify the process of opening various domestic can shapes and sizes. In addition to its primary function as a can opener, the CO600 Series also incorporates a bottle opener and a knife sharpening facility, making it a multi-functional tool for everyday kitchen tasks.

Function Description:

The core function of the appliance is to open cans automatically. It features a self-starting blade that pierces the can and commences cutting when the lever is pressed down. A magnet holds the can lid in place once opened, preventing it from falling into the can or onto the countertop. The motor automatically stops once the can is fully open, ensuring safe and efficient operation.

Beyond can opening, the device includes a bottle opener located at the front rim, designed for easy removal of bottle caps. For knife maintenance, a built-in knife sharpener allows users to sharpen non-serrated, preferably carbon steel knives by drawing them through designated recesses.

Important Technical Specifications:

While specific power ratings are not detailed in the provided manual, the appliance is designed for domestic use and requires connection to a mains power supply. Users are advised to ensure that the voltage of their electricity supply matches the indication on the underside of the can opener. For UK users, the mains lead wiring follows the standard colour code: BLUE for NEUTRAL and BROWN for LIVE. The appliance complies with the European Economic Community Radio Interference Directive 89/336/EEC. The model number is typically found on the underside of the unit.

Key Components (Referencing the provided diagram):

1. Bottle Opener: Located at the front, used for removing bottle caps.
2. Drive Wheel: Engages with the can to rotate it during the cutting process.
3. Magnet: Holds the can lid after opening.
4. Lever: Used to initiate the can opening process and release the can.
5. Cutter Blade: The self-starting blade that pierces and cuts the can.
6. Guide Pin: A metal pin that helps position the can correctly for opening.
7. Knife Sharpener: Recesses for sharpening knives.
8. Cord Stowage: An internal compartment for tidily storing any unwanted length of the power cord.

Usage Features:

Can Opening:

1. Plug the appliance into the power supply.
2. Lift the lever to the open position.
3. Position the can with its top rim resting under the metal guide pin and the can resting on the drive wheel.
4. Press the lever lightly down to start the motor. The blade will pierce the can, and cutting will commence automatically.
5. The magnet holds the can lid in position. For larger or wider cans, additional user support may be required.
6. The motor stops automatically once the can is open, retaining both the can and lid.
7. To remove the can, lift the lever while holding the can.
8. The lid, with the exception of aluminium cans, will remain attached to the magnet.
9. The appliance is not designed for opening ring-pull cans.

Bottle Opening:

1. For tall bottles, position the unit towards the edge of a worktop.
2. Place the bottle with its cap under the front rim of the bottle opener.
3. Push down on the bottle to remove the cap, while steadying the unit with one hand.

Knife Sharpening:

1. Position the can opener sideways.
2. Place the knife into one of the sharpening recesses.
3. Gradually draw the knife towards yourself.
4. Repeat the process in the other recess.
5. Repeat this cycle several times until the knife is satisfactorily sharpened.
6. Exercise caution to prevent the knife from cutting into the body of the can opener.
7. This feature is most suitable for non-serrated knives, particularly those made of carbon steel.

Safety Precautions:

• Always read all instructions before use.
• This appliance is not intended for unsupervised use by young children or infirm persons.
• Never immerse the appliance, cord, or plug in water or any other liquid.
• Do not use the appliance if it is damaged.
• Always unplug the appliance from the mains supply before cleaning and immediately after use.
• Use the appliance only for its intended purpose and for domestic use.
• Young children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.

Maintenance Features:

Cleaning:

1. Disconnect the appliance by switching off and removing the plug from the power supply.
2. Lift the lever fully and withdraw the entire lever assembly from the can opener.
3. Wash the lever assembly in hot, sudsy water and dry it thoroughly. Dishwasher cleaning is not recommended for this part.
4. Replace the lever assembly back into the body of the appliance.
5. Wipe the main body of the appliance with a damp cloth and dry it thoroughly.

Cord Stowage:

• Any unwanted length of the power cord can be neatly stowed inside the appliance's cord stowage compartment, contributing to a tidy kitchen environment.

Service and Repair:

• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Kenwood or an authorised Kenwood repairer for safety reasons.
• For assistance with usage, servicing, or repairs (within or outside warranty) in the UK, customers can contact Kenwood directly at 023 9239 2333, having their model number ready.
• Customers in Eire should contact a local repairer advertised in the Golden Pages.
• Customers in all other markets should contact the dealer from whom they purchased the appliance.

The Kenwood CO600 Series Table Top Can Opener is designed for convenience, safety, and multi-functionality, making it a practical addition to any kitchen.

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