All parts except the motor base are dishwasher-
safe, and we recommend washing them in the
dishwasher. Insert the work bowl upside down.
Remember where you place sharp blades
and discs, and be certain to unload the
dishwasher carefully.
To simplify cleaning, rinse the work bowl, cover,
pusher assembly and blade or disc immediately
after use. Openings at the bottom of the large
pusher provide drainage and make cleaning easy.
If food lodges in the pusher, remove it by running
through water, or use a bottle brush.
If you wash blades and discs by hand, do it
carefully. Avoid leaving them in soapy water
where they may disappear from sight. To clean
the metal blade, fill the work bowl with soapy
water, hold the blade by its plastic center and
move rapidly up and down on the center shaft of
the bowl. Use of a spray hose is also effective.
If necessary, use a brush.
The work bowl is made of Lexan
®
plastic, which is
shatter-resistant and heat-resistant. It should not
be placed in a microwave oven, as the tube at the
back of the bowl houses the metal rod that
activates the motor.
Chopping certain foods may scratch or cloud the
work bowl. Among them are ice, whole spices and
oils, like wintergreen. If you like to prepare your
own spice blends, you may want to keep a sec-
ond bowl just for that purpose.
The base housing is made of a durable, high-
impact resistant plastic. Its smooth surface will
look new for years. Keep a sponge handy as
you work to wipe spills from the base.
Four rubber feet under the base help keep it
stable on most work surfaces even when
processing heavy loads. If the feet leave spots on
the counter, spray them with a spot remover like
Fantastik
®
or K2-R
®
and wipe with a damp
sponge. If any trace of the spot remains, repeat
the procedure and wipe the area with a damp
sponge and non-abrasive cleaning powder.
To clean the inside of the detachable stem, slide
the stem release button up as far as it will go and
hold as you run water through the stem.
IMPORTANT:
Never store any blade or disc on
the motor shaft. No blade or disc should be
placed on the shaft except when the processor is
about to be used.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Like all powerful electrical appliances, a food
processor should be handled with care. Follow
these guidelines to protect you and your family
from misuse that could cause injury.
* Handle metal blade and discs carefully. Their
cutting edges are very sharp.
* Always place discs on flat, stable surface before
connecting detachable stem.
* Never put blade or disc on motor shaft until work
bowl is locked in place.
* Always be sure that the blade or disc is down on
motor shaft as far as it will go.
* Always insert metal blade in work bowl before
putting ingredients in bowl.
* When slicing or shredding food, always use
pusher. Never put your fingers or spatula into
feed tube.
* Always wait for blade or disc to stop spinning
before you remove pusher assembly or cover
from work bowl.
* Always remove work bowl from base of machine
before you remove metal blade or dough blade.
* Be careful to prevent metal blade from falling out
of work bowl when emptying bowl. Remove
blade before tilting bowl, or hold it in place with
your finger, a spatula or spoon.
* Never use pusher assembly if sleeve becomes
detached from pusher. Call Cuisinart Customer
Service immediately at 1-800-726-0190.
TECHNICAL DATA
The motor in your food processor operates on
standard line operating current. The appropriate
voltage and frequency for your machine are
shown on a label under the base.
An automatic, temperature-controlled circuit
breaker in the motor ensures complete protection
against motor burnout. If the processor runs for an
exceptionally long time when chopping, mixing or
kneading a thick or heavy mixture in successive
batches, the motor may overheat. If this happens,
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