Place the can on a flat, stable surface
Open the arms or handles of the can opener
Position the cutting wheel on the rim of the can
Make sure the puncturing blade is aligned just inside the rim
Squeeze the handles together until the blade pierces the lid
Keep the opener firmly attached to the rim
Turn the knob or crank clockwise to move the blade around the can
Continue turning until you reach the starting point
Squeeze or release the handles to remove the opener
Lift the lid carefully by the edge
Dispose of the lid safely
Wipe the opener clean after use