Routine Maintenance/Adjustments; Knife Care - Challenge CHAMPION 370 TC Instructions And Parts Manual

8.0 Maintenance Guide

8.1 Routine Maintenance/Adjustments

8.1.1 Knife Care

heavy and very sharp, even after use. Keep the edge away from your body and keep the area clear of
others when handling knives. Never touch the cutting edge! To prevent personal injury and damage
to the knife, always keep knives in their holders with screws tightened. You are aware of the dangers,
but others may not be. Never attempt to hone, polish, or service the knife in any way. Failure to follow
safety procedures may result in severe lacerations or dismemberment.
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Make sure the knife lifter is properly installed, see instructions following.
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Keep handling of unprotected knives to an absolute minimum.
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Clear off the cutter table before removing knife.
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Have a scabbard on the cutter table and insert the knife immediately.
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Warn people of any unprotected knife.
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Knife changing is a ONE PERSON OPERATION. Having more than one person changing
knives increases hazard.
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CAUTION: ! KNIFE SAFETY ! Knives are DANGEROUS!!! They are
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