Cuisinart SG20U, Instructions For Use Manual

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Instructions for Use
Before first use clean each part thoroughly. To remove the Grinder Bowl, twist until
released.
Note: Slight pressure may be needed at first.
1. Plug the unit into the mains supply and remove the lid from the base of the grinder.
2. Fill the stainless steel bowl with desired ingredients. Please refer to Grinding
Suggestions below for maximum capacities.
3. Make sure the grinding bowl is in the locked position.
N.B. A safety feature of this grinder prevents it from operating unless the lid is in place.
4. Place the lid on the grinder base. Push the lid down and hold to begin the grinding.
5. Grind until desired consistency is achieved. To stop grinding, release pressure from the
lid.
6. Unplug the unit from the mains power supply.
7. To store unused spices, remove the grinding bowl and cover with the storage lid.
Note:
Maximum capacity for spices is 90 grams (for some spices, not for all).
Maximum capacity for nuts is 75 grams (any nuts larger than a peanut e.g. cashew,
almond or walnut - maximum capacity 45 grams).
Note:
Do not over fill the Spice & Nut Grinder.
Note:
Do not continuously grind more than 500 grams in succession (for all spices and
all nuts).
Note:
If using to grind coffee beans it is recommended to use one of the spare bowls
just for coffee. This is to avoid cross contamination of flavours.
Grinding Suggestions
This grinder is designed for dry spices, nuts, seeds, coffee beans and more.
The list is endless - but here’s a taste of what ingredients this product is great for and
our suggested grinding times:
Spice/Nut Time/Comments
Black Peppercorns - 1 tablespoon Process for 10 seconds
Nutmeg - 1 whole nutmeg Pulse 15 times, then process for 10 seconds
Whole Cinnamon Sticks - 2, halved Pulse 3 times, then process for 45 seconds
Whole Cloves - 1 tablespoon Process for 25 seconds
Anise or Fennel Seeds - 1 tablespoon Process for 30 seconds
Flax or Sesame Seeds - 2 tablespoons Process for 10 seconds
Nuts (to achieve chopped nuts) - 75 grams Pulse to roughly chop
Nuts (to achieve a nut flour) - 45 grams Pulse 15 times, then process for 10 seconds
Wheat – ¼ cup Process for 20 seconds