Common operation FAQs using RX008 & RX009

Q1: The stone cannot be clamped tightly 

A: Firstly, check whether the handle is in place or not (The screw on the handle can be loosened to adjust the handle position)

Secondly, check if you’ve installed the stone according to the above instructions.

Q2: Whetstone Guide Rod Falls Off 

A: The guide rod may fall off due to not enough tight, please try to tighten it with a screwdriver

Q3: Angle adjustment pivot slides during sharpening 

A: Firstly, please check if the stopper (circled in red) is under the pivot, to get fixed angles, the use of stoppers to prevent the pivot from slipping is required.

If pivot move up and down, you can use two stoppers together (other stopper on whetstone guide rod) to fix the position of the PIVOT

Q4: Angle difference while flipping the blade

A: Check whether if the knife is too deep into the fixture or not, then adjust the position of knife on clamp.

TOO DEEP

NORMAL

Q5: Pivot sliding stuck 

A: Slightly loosen the screw above the pivot, Apply some lubricating oil or graphite on the guide rod. Insert the guide rod and rub it back and forth to lubricate the pivot.