Ceramic knives are for slicing purposes only and should not be used for any other purpose. It shouldn't be used for chopping, carving or any other heavy duty cutting. Never "force" the cut; if it does not slice easily and you need to press down with pressure on the knife to cut your food, the knife blade can snap. Please do not do the following:
1. CUT BONES: Never use your ceramic knife to pry or cut into bones as this may cause the ceramic blade to chip, or the tip to snap off
2. CUT FROZEN OR HARD FOODS: Do not use on frozen foods or hard foods (carving large meats, carrots, potatoes, melons etc.)
3. STRIKE A HARD SURFACE: Do not strike a hard surface with the ceramic blade (either sideways to crush garlic or blade-down to chop bones). Use only a wooden or plastic cutting board, as cutting on a hard surface may result in chips to the blade.
4. CUT CHEESE OR BREAD: Because you have to put downward force on the handle when you are cutting cheese and bread, it could snap