Edgecraft Chef's Choice eXact-V 415 - Manual (Page 5)

The spring assembly will then be on the same side of the post adjacent to the
two abrasive rods. As the post is inserted the wheels along the bottom of the
sliding guide frame (3) must be aligned with and be inserted into the “grooved
track” (12) across the top of the supporting base (Fig.3). Check to make certain
that after assembly the sliding frame moves freely left or right and returns to
center by pressing a finger against either vertical guide surface.
Note that the designations “Coarse” and “Fine” molded into the top and bottom
caps of each sharpening rod. These notations designate the coarseness or
fineness of the diamond abrasive on that same side of each rod. Insert the rods
at an angle into the two small square holes located immediately in front of the
knife guiding frame assembly, with the Coarse diamond abrasive sides facing
each other. Always orient the abrasive rods so that the same type diamond
abrasives face each other. After initially sharpening with the Coarse diamonds
you will want to reverse each rod and finish sharpening with the Fine diamonds
as described later.
Each hand guard can be raised by first lightly pulling the guard in the direction
of the arrow on the guard, lifting it slightly and then pushing it to engage a slot
that will hold it in the raised position. You will want to replace the bottom cover
(1) which has small rubber feet that resist movement of the sharpener as you
sharpen the knife.
For instruction on storing the sharpening components see page 7.
How to Sharpen Your Knife
The eXact-V ® Diamond Hone Sharpener is designed to put a razor sharp
edge on your favorite hunting and household knives. It is important to follow the
instructions carefully for best results.
Start by confirming that the “Coarse” sides of the abrasive rods face each
other. You will want to sharpen first with the “Coarse” abrasive. Raise one of the
hand guides to protect your hand that steadies the sharpener. Holding the knife
as shown in Figure 1 place the face of the blade flat against and in intimate
contact with the right guide surface (9) of the guide frame (3). Move the blade
forward as far as practical (toward the abrasive rod) in order to sharpen the
full blade length. Then slowly push the blade downward into contact with the
abrasive rod and simultaneously pull the blade toward you while retaining the
blade face in good alignment with the guide surface (9). As you move the knife
downward in contact with the abrasive rod the guide surface will move to the
left. Keep the face of the blade in good contact with the guide surface. Move the
knife slowly and deliberately until you gain experience and confidence with this
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