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How to use a cutter knife properly
How to use a cutter knife properly

Using the cutter safely and correctly will reduce injuries and improve work efficiency.
It will also lead to a better finished product.

Cutter Usage: 18 tips

This section provides basic information on how to use OLFA cutters.
To ensure safe and proper use, please note the following points.
For detailed instructions on how to use each product, please refer to the detailed page of each product.

Points to check before use

Check your cutter before use

1Check your cutter before use

Before using a cutter, check it to see if its blade is worn or the handle is broken. Using broken cutters can be very dangerous.

Tidy up the work area

2Tidy up the work area

Using a cutter in a cluttered area may cause injury. Please make it a habit to always keep your work area tidy.

Be in perfect condition

3Be in perfect condition

Please avoid using cutting tools if you are not feeling well, or not able to concentrate.

Choosing the products to use

Pick up a cutter suitable for the material to cut

4Pick up a cutter suitable for the material to cut

Use a cutter suitable for the object to cut, such as a heavy-duty cutter for thick, hard cardboard, and a rotary cutter for soft cloth.

Choose a cutter suitable for your handedness

5Choose a cutter suitable for your handedness

To ensure work efficiency and safety, use a cutter that fits your dominant hand. If you are left-handed, pick up an ambidextrous model.

Cut with an OLFA cutting mat

6Cut with an OLFA cutting mat

Without a cutting mat, blade may damage the working surface. Using a mat extends the life of blades while protecting the surface underneath.

Cautions during use

Work on a stable, flat surface

7Work on a stable, flat surface

Working in an unstable condition, such as on a slumped desk, may cause injury or other accidents.

Hand position awareness

8Hand position awareness

Pay attention to the position of your hand that holds the object to cut. Putting your hand in the way of the blade is very dangerous.

Do not expose the blade more than necessary

9Do not expose the blade more than necessary

The suggested exposure when cutting is one blade segment. There is a risk of unintentional blade snapping if it is exposed in excess, which could lead to injuries.

* Exposure length suggestion is only applicable for snap-off blade cutters.

Use sharp blades for the highest safety

10Use sharp blades for the highest safety

Using a dull blade requires extra force, which is a cause of injury. If you find it difficult to cut, snap-off the blade for a new edge or replace with a new blade.

* Only snap-off blades can be snapped.

Do not use excess force when cutting

11Do not use excess force when cutting

There is a higher risk of injury when a greater amount of force is used.

* If a great amount of force is required, the blade may be dull, or the material may not be suitable for cutting with the applied tool.

Use in a steady position

12Use in a steady position

Working in an unstable position can be very dangerous due to excessive force applied to the work. Make sure to work in a steady and stable position.

Use the spine of a thick ruler

13Use the spine of a thick ruler

When cutting with a ruler, choose a thick one and apply blade to its spine. Cutting with a thin or sloped side may cause cutter to ride up and injure you.

Do not leave blade exposed

14Do not leave blade exposed

It is dangerous to leave the blade exposed after cutting. Make sure to retract blade fully when not in use.

Other points to notice

Put away cutting tools after use

15Put away cutting tools after use

When work is done, do not leave cutters unattended but put them away. It is safe to store them in a designated place every time.

Keep cutters in a safe place

16Keep cutters in a safe place

When cutters are not in use, store them in a safe place. Keep them away from the reach of children.

Be careful not to touch the blade

17Be careful not to touch the blade

Blade is extremely sharp. Please be careful not to accidentally touch the blade.

Do not carry cutters around if not necessary

18Do not carry cutters around if not necessary

Bearing edged tools without a valid reason may be prohibited by law. Please check with your local authorities.

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