Using your Cuisinart CEK - 40 Electric Carving Knife is a breeze. First, make sure the knife is plugged in. To start, simply press the one - touch on/off trigger. The powerful motor will get the stainless steel blades moving. Use the bread blade for cutting bread, and the carving blade for meats and vegetables. When you're done, just press the trigger again to turn it off. For safety, always use the safety lock when storing the knife in the wood block storage tray. Cleaning is easy too. You can remove the blades and put them in the dishwasher. But remember, this item is discontinued, so take good care of it. Keep it dry and store it in a cool place. Refer to the instruction book for more detailed guidance and troubleshooting tips.