These parts can be purchased from the same location as the can opener.
It is recommended the knife and gear are replaced
at the same time for optimal performance.
Blade is sharp. Use caution when cleaning and changing.
The can opener can cause the lid and edges of the can to
be sharp. Use caution when handling newly opened can.
181CONSFBSS - Stainless Steel Base
181CONSFBST - Plated Steel Base
1. Position the can you are opening on the counter on top
of the base with the lip of the can touching the
2. Line up the knife on the inside lip of the can.
3. With the handle upright, punch down so the knife
4. Push the handle down so it is parallel with the counter
and begin turning the handle to open the can.
5. Once the lid is separated, safely remove it from the can.
NOTE: Avoid touching the sharp edges of the lid that
were created while opening the can.
6. Pull the can opener up and move the can away from
1. The can opener’s surface and knife should be
cleaned regularly using a food safe sanitizer.
Recommended: Noble Chemical QuikSan
2. Remove ring pin from blade housing and remove
3. Thoroughly clean and dry blade assembly.
Use a toothbrush-style brush to clean the inside
4. Re-attach blade assembly to blade housing
5. After cleaning, apply a food-safe oil to the gear
to keep it turning smoothly.
1. Using either a Phillips or at head screwdriver, remove
the (2) screws that connect the knife to the opener.
2. Remove and discard the old knife while keeping the
3. Position the new knife in line with the holes and place
the support plate on top of the knife.
4. Use the screwdriver to tighten the screws.
1. Insert the can opener into the base for leverage.
2. Use a at head screwdriver to hold the gear in place by
jamming it into the teeth of the old gear. You will need
to apply enough pressure to hold the gear in place.
3. With the screwdriver in place, begin turning the handle
counterclockwise. You should feel the tension in the
spring ease up and the gear will come loose after a
4. Remove the old gear and keep the washer. Insert the
new gear with the washer on top.
5. Turn the handle clockwise until the handle connects
to the shaft below the gear. The spring should tighten
181BASE1PSMA Plated Steel Base
181BASE1SSMA Stainless Steel Base
181NSFBGRPKIT Knife & Gear Kit
181COM1SUPMA Knife Support
