Simply insert an egg into the cradle and squeeze to instantly crack and release the egg from its shell. With EZ Cracker the shell is always left behind, you never have to worry about the dropped shells. Use the egg white separator attachment to separate egg whites for perfect egg white omelets and delicious meringues for pies. Using Tips: 1. Before using for the first time, please use a soft cloth, such as a sponge or cleaning cloth dipped in water or a small amount of neutral detergent. After thorough cleaning, dry the water. 2. Use a sponge to wipe the surface, and avoid cleaning with steel wires and other hard objects to avoid scratching the surface.