Introduction
If you find that your Maped Hand-Held Pencil Sharpener (Single Hole, Model 506600) is dulling, use this guide to replace or resharpen the blade.
Overtime, hand-held sharpeners wear out. As a result, people tend to throw away their sharpeners and buy a new one. This ultimately contributes to metal and plastic waste that is not easily degradable. Restoring the blade increases the lifespan and durability of a sharpener. It also reduces waste and is cost effective.
Steps 4 and onward require holding the blade for cleaning, sharpening, and putting back into the base of the sharpener. Handle the blade cautiously when proceeding with the steps.
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Face the sharpener showing the side with the blade and screw.
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Locate the screw on the sharpener.
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Turn the sharpener on its side to carefully remove the blade from the base of the pencil sharpener.
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Pour isopropyl alcohol onto a cotton ball.
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Carefully clean both sides of the blade with the cotton ball to get rid of debris.
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Carefully sharpen the blade on the sharpening stone by moving the blade up and down numerous times.
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If you choose to replace the blade instead of sharpen it, you may skip this step.
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Align the blade to the pencil sharpener.
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Screw the blade back onto the base of the pencil sharpener.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
