For younger students, you will have to assemble the tool beforehand for them. They will be able to complete steps 8 to 12 on their own.
![](https://nunavik-ice.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Linocut_tool_1.jpg)
1. Remove the tool cap.
![](https://nunavik-ice.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Linocut_tool_2.jpg)
2. Remove the pieces.
![](https://nunavik-ice.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Linocut_tool_3.jpg)
3. Unscrew the tip of the tool and remove it.
![](https://nunavik-ice.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Linocut_tool_4.jpg)
4. Take the two pieces pictured above..
![](https://nunavik-ice.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Linocut_tool_5.jpg)
5. Put the pieces together.
![](https://nunavik-ice.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Linocut_tool_6.jpg)
6. Position and hold the two pieces in place on the tip of the tool (round tip on top).
![](https://nunavik-ice.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Linocut_tool_7.jpg)
7. Replace the tip and partially screw.
![](https://nunavik-ice.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Linocut_tool_8.jpg)
8. Select a blade (there are 5 to choose from).
![](https://nunavik-ice.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Linocut_tool_9.jpg)
9. Insert the blade into the ball slot.
![](https://nunavik-ice.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Linocut_tool_10.jpg)
10. Tighten the tip so the head doesn’t move.
![](https://nunavik-ice.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Linocut_tool_11.jpg)
11. Store the remaining pieces in the tool.
![](https://nunavik-ice.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Linocut_tool_1.jpg)
12. Tighten the cap.
Repeat steps 8 to 12 to change the blade.
Never leave a blade attached when storing the tool.