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The Swordfish Contour Pencil Sharpener is ideal for office, studio, or school environments, offering customizable pencil point options from sharp to blunt. Its key benefit is preventing over-sharpening with an auto-stop function, reducing pencil waste. A potential caveat is its 15-minute duty cycle, requiring brief cool-down periods for extended use. This electric sharpener features a jam eject button, a large, easy-to-empty shavings tray with a safety cut-off, and suction feet for stability, sharpening standard 8mm pencils with a replaceable helical blade for lasting performance.
| Model Part Number | 40051 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Swordfish |
This sharpener is designed for standard 8mm diameter pencils, including graphite, charcoal, crayon, and standard writing pencils.
The sharpener offers a selector or mechanism (depending on the exact model variation) to adjust the sharpening to produce either a sharp, fine point or a more rounded, blunt point.
The auto-stop function prevents over-sharpening by automatically stopping the motor once the pencil has reached the selected point sharpness. This saves lead and reduces pencil waste.
You should empty the shavings tray whenever it appears to be full, or before starting a long sharpening session. The transparent design allows for easy monitoring.
Unplug the sharpener and use the built-in jam eject button to dislodge the broken lead or pencil stub. Ensure the shavings tray is removed when using this feature.
The sharpener has a 15-minute duty cycle. For continuous use, it is recommended to allow the motor to cool down for a few minutes after approximately 15 minutes of operation to prevent overheating.
Refer to the manufacturer's instructions for replacing the helical blade (part code: 40806). This typically involves a simple process of unscrewing or releasing the old blade and installing the new one.
Check that the power cord is securely plugged in. Ensure the shavings tray is fully inserted, as a safety feature prevents operation when it is removed. Try a different power outlet.
Use the jam eject button to clear any broken leads or pencil stubs. Ensure you are using standard 8mm diameter pencils. Clean out the shavings tray if it is full.
The sharpener may have reached its 15-minute duty cycle limit. Allow the motor to cool down for 10-15 minutes before resuming use. Check that the power supply is stable.
The helical blade may be worn. Consider replacing the blade with a new one (part code: 40806) for optimal performance.
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