How to Fix a Jammed Pencil Sharpener

If you have a battery or electric pencil sharpener that won’t work, chances are good that it is jammed. Watch this video to find out what causes electric pencil sharpeners to jam and how you can fix a jammed pencil sharpener – fast.

This video will teach you several quick things you can check if your electric sharpener is jammed:

• Is the shavings receptacle full?
• Is there a foreign object jammed in the cutter?
• And more tips for fixing jammed sharpeners, including how to properly disassemble and reassemble the pencil sharpener.

*IMPORTANT: Remember, before attempting to fix a jammed pencil sharpener, always make sure the sharpener is unplugged or that the batteries are removed.

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