Kutzall resources
Caring for Your Kutzall
Usually, a brush is all it takes.
Kutzall’s structured tungsten-carbide teeth resist loading, so heavy buildup is uncommon. A soft-wire brush is typically all you need to keep the teeth clear and get back to carving.
Start with a soft-wire brush
Protect the teeth
Kutzall’s tungsten-carbide teeth are securely brazed to the steel tool with a nickel alloy. Protect the teeth from impact against hard surfaces, especially while spinning.
Everyday care
Start with a soft-wire brush
For most cleanup, brush the material out from between the teeth. No torch or soaking needed.
- For powered accessories, disconnect the power source and remove the accessory before cleaning.
- Use a soft-wire brush to clear material from between the teeth. Wear eye protection and avoid breathing the dust.
- Inspect for wear or damage and replace the tool if needed. Remount powered accessories correctly before use.
Teeth clear? You’re ready to carve on.
For occasional stubborn buildup
Still holding on? Give it a little extra help.
If brushing alone does not clear the teeth, choose one of the methods below for the material you’ve been carving. These are occasional cleaning options, not routine maintenance.
Before using heat or solvent
Disconnect + remove
Unplug or disconnect the power source, then remove the Kutzall accessory from your power tool.
Ventilate + protect
Work in a well-ventilated area. Use eye protection, suitable gloves and respiratory protection appropriate to the method and material.
Keep methods separate
Keep solvents and their vapors away from flames and ignition sources. Follow all torch and solvent safety instructions.
Wood buildup only
Torch + brush
For stubborn wood residue only. Heat turns the buildup into brittle char so a soft-wire brush can clear it away.
What you’ll need
A butane or propane torch, a soft-wire hand brush, leather gloves, eye and appropriate respiratory protection. Keep water or a suitable fire extinguisher ready for fire safety.
Heat the buildup
With the accessory removed from the power tool, slowly pass the torch flame over the wood buildup until it burns and becomes brittle char.
Brush the teeth clear
Use the soft-wire hand brush to scrape away residue caught between the teeth. Repeat heating and brushing as needed until the debris is removed.
Let it cool naturally
Allow the tool to cool slowly to room temperature. Do not quench it in cold water immediately after heating.
Wood, stone, plastics + composites
Soak + brush
When brushing alone is not enough, choose a solvent that can break down the material clogging your tool. Allow time for it to penetrate, then brush the buildup away.
What you’ll need
A suitable solvent, a large glass container and a soft-wire hand brush. Examples include mineral spirits, turpentine or acetone. Choose for your material and follow the product label.
Use eye protection, solvent-compatible gloves and any respiratory protection required by the solvent instructions.
Submerge the clogged area
In a well-ventilated area, fill a large glass container with your chosen solvent. Submerge only the clogged portion of the removed accessory. Do not submerge a hand rasp’s rubber handle.
Soak, then brush
Give the solvent time to penetrate the buildup. This can take several hours. Remove the tool and firmly brush away the loosened material. Repeat soaking and brushing as needed.
Wash + dry thoroughly
Wash the solvent off the tool with soap and water, then dry it thoroughly. Follow the solvent label for safe handling and disposal.
Before you carve again
Inspect. Remount. Carve on.
After torch cleaning or soaking, inspect the tool for excessive wear, broken teeth or other damage. Replace it if necessary. Once it is cool, clean and dry, it is ready to use. Remount powered accessories correctly before carving.
