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Kenkel Hardshell Nutcracker mounted horizontally

Horizontal Mounting  allows the Kenkel Hardshell Nutcracker to remain portable.  A piece of wood size            2 x 8 x 24 inches (not included) is recommended for convenience in operation and storage.

Kenkel Hardshell Nutcracker mounted vertically

 
 
Vertical Mounting on a convenient wall stud or upright beam provides a more permanent installation of the Kenkel Hardshell Nutcracker.  The handle should be positioned at a comfortable level to apply downward pressure.

Kenkel Hardshell Nutcracker in use

 
 
 
 
 
 
Operation
 
Once your Kenkel Hardshell Nutcracker is mounted, you can start cracking nuts:

1.  Your Kenkel Hardshell Nutcracker should be positioned so that the handle is not higher than your elbow.

2.  Using the black knob, adjust the bolt to accommodate the type of nut you wish to crack.  The gap between the bolt and the holder when the handle is pushed down should be about half the size of the average nut.

3.  Place the nut vertically between the holder and adjustable screw.  If the handle creates an angle of more than 45 degrees with the mounting board when the nut is in place, then the gap between the bolt and the holder is too small.  Readjust.


4.  Press down on the handle, taking care to keep fingers away from the nut.  This causes the shell to break outward from the nutmeat, giving larger pieces.

Pointers

   Different amounts of pressure are needed for different sizes and types of nuts. However, too much pressure will shatter the nutmeat. If you are having this problem, ease up on the pressure, or adjust the screw as you would to accommodate a larger nut.
 
   Black Walnut shells crack easiest if the nuts are not too dry with age.

   For best results, avoid storing black walnuts near a furnace or radiator. The heat can dry the nuts.