User Manual

Size: 28.5" x 16" (72.39cm x 40.64cm)
E
How to Use
This product is for household use only.
GETTING STARTED
• Please go to www.prodprotect.com/applica to register your warranty.
Important: Handle chopping blades and slice/shred disc carefully.
They are very sharp.
• Wash removable parts as instructed in CARE AND CLEANING section.
• Select a level, dry countertop where the appliance is to be used, allowing air space on all sides to provide proper
ventilation for the motor.
ASSEMBLING THE PROCESSOR
Inserting / Removing Center Post
1. Turn the bowl upside down.
2. Grasp the clear outer tabs and turn the center post clockwise until the lower tabs are free. Lift the post
out (B).
3. To return to its original position, place center post into smaller opening in bottom of workbowl and turn
counterclockwise until tabs snap into place.
Locking Large Workbowl in Position
1. Attach center post to workbowl. Place the workbowl on the base with handle turned to the right of the
locking mechanism (C) over the unlock symbol (
).
2. Hold handle and rotate workbowl clockwise toward the lock symbol (
) until it clicks firmly into place
(D). Be sure to lock the workbowl in place before attaching the blades and cover.
Locking Cover
1. Place cover over workbowl with the small latch to the right of the workbowl’s handle (E).
2. Hold feed chute of workbowl cover and rotate cover clockwise until cover locks into place.
Important: For your protection this appliance has an interlock system. The processor will not operate
unless the workbowl, cover and wide-mouth feed chute are properly locked in place.
3. If using the large workbowl, place the wide-mouth feed chute on top of the cover with the small tab to the right of the
workbowl’s handle. Turn clockwise until it clicks into position over the handle.
4. Insert the food pusher into the central tube of the wide-mouth feed chute. Turn clockwise to lock in place. The pusher
is used to guide foods through the feed chute and can be removed when adding liquid or additional foods while the
processor is running. To remove, turn counterclockwise.
CHOPPING IN LARGE / SMALL WORKBOWL
1. Lock workbowl into position (see Illustration D).
2. Hold chopping blade by center shaft and insert onto center post (F).
Caution: Blade attachments are very sharp. Use caution when handling and storing.
MODELS/MODELOS
❍
FP2500
❍
FP2500B
❍
FP2500S
10-CUP
FOOD PROCESSOR
PROCESADOR DE ALIMENTOS
DE 10 TAZAS
Customer Care Line:
USA 1-800-231-9786
Accessories/Parts (USA)
1-800-738-0245
For online customer service
and to register your product, go to
www.prodprotect.com/applica
Servicio para el cliente:
México 01-800 714-2503
Accesorios/Partes (EE.UU)
1-800-738-0245
Para servicio al cliente y para
registrar su garantía visite
www.prodprotect.com/applica
Please Read and Save this Use and Care Book.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the
following:
❍ Read all instructions.
❍ To protect against risk of electrical shock do not immerse cord, plugs or appliance in water or
other liquid.
❍ Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
❍ Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning.
❍ Avoid contacting moving parts.
❍ Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions,
or is dropped damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility
for examination, repair or electrical or mechanical adjustment. Or, call the appropriate toll-free
number on the cover of this manual.
❍ The use of attachments, not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric
shock or injury.
❍ Do not use outdoors.
❍ Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
❍ Keep hands and utensils away from moving blades or discs while processing food to reduce the
risk of severe injury to persons or damage to the food processor. A scraper may be used, but must
be used only when the food processor is not running.
❍ Blades are sharp. Handle carefully.
❍ To reduce the risk of injury, never place cutting blade or discs on base without first putting bowl
properly in place.
❍ Be certain cover is securely locked in place before operating appliance.
❍ Never feed food by hand. Always use food pusher.
❍ Do not attempt to defeat the cover interlock mechanism.
❍ Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
This product is for household use only.
Note: The maximum rating is based on the chopping blade. Other attachments may draw significantly less
power.
POLARIZED PLUG (120V Models Only)
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock,
this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any
way.
TAMPER-RESISTANT SCREW
Warning: this appliance is equipped with a
tamper-resistant screw to prevent removal of the outer cover. to reduce the risk of fire or electric shock,
do not attempt to remove the outer cover. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Repair should be
done only by authorized service personnel.
ELECTRICAL CORD
The cord of this appliance was selected to reduce the possibility of tangling in or tripping over a longer
cord. If more length is needed, only extension cords having an electrical rating not less than the appliance.
When using an extension cord, do not let it drape over the working area or dangle where someone could
accidentally trip over it. Handle cord carefully for longer life; avoid jerking or straining it at outlet and
appliance connections.
Note: If the power supply cord is damaged, it should be replaced by qualified personnel.
† 1. Food pusher (Part # 07234DZ118 [white] / 07234EZB [black])
† 2. Wide-mouth feed chute (Part # 77788)
† 3. 10-cup processing workbowl cover (Part # 77786)
† 4. Reversible slice/shred disc (Part # 77792-1)
† 5. Disc stem (Part # 77789)
† 6. 10-cup processing workbowl
(Part # 77841(Only for Models FP2500B/FP2500S)
Part #77842 (Only for Model FP2500)
7. Base
8. Cord wrap (under base)
† 9. Non-skid suction feet (Part # 09183-1)
10. Controls
† 11. Large, stainless steel chopping blade (Part # 77793) (not shown)
Note: † indicates consumer replaceable/removable parts
Product may vary slightly from what is illustrated.
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CONTROLS
The controls are located on the front of the base. Press
PULSE, HIGH or LOW to select a function (see directions
below).
OFF/PULSE
• Processor should be stored in OFF position and
unplugged when not in use.
• Use PULSE for short processing tasks. This lets you
control the size and uniformity of foods being chopped.
• The OFF/PULSE button must be pressed and held
for the appliance to operate in PULSE mode. When
released, the appliance stops.
• The motor of the processor will run as long as the OFF/
PULSE button is held down. Press the button and then
release to allow the blades to stop running and the food
to fall to the bottom of the workbowl.
• Pulsing gives better control when chopping, mincing,
mixing and blending foods. You can control the size of
the foods, from coarse to fine.
HIGH and LOW
When either speed is selected, the processor runs
continuously until the OFF/PULSE button is pressed.
F
3. Place food in workbowl.
4. Place cover on workbowl and lock into place by rotating clockwise (see Illustration E).
5. Place the wide-mouth feed chute and food pusher in place.
Important: Never use your fingers to direct food through the chute.
6. Select your desired speed (PULSE, LOW or HIGH).
Note: Process foods for no more than a few seconds at a time. Pulsing produces excellent results and offers greater
control.
Important: Be sure chopping blade has completely stopped spinning before removing cover from processor.
7. Press the OFF/PULSE button and allow blades to stop revolving before removing cover. Twist cover toward (
) to
remove.
8. Unlock workbowl by turning it counterclockwise and lift off base.
Note: Remove bowl from appliance before removing blade to prevent food from leaking through the center opening of the
bowl.
9. Carefully remove chopping blade.
10. Unplug appliance when not in use.
SLICING / SHREDDING IN LARGE WORKBOWL
1. Lock workbowl into position (see Illustrations C and D).
2. Place disc stem onto center post in workbowl.
3. Carefully place slice/shred disc on stem with appropriate side up (depending on work to be done).
4. Place cover on workbowl and lock into place by rotating cover clockwise (see Illustration E).
5. Fill feed chute with food. Select regular opening or wide-mouth, depending upon size of food to be processed. Position
food pusher over food (G or Ga).
6. Select PULSE, LOW or HIGH; press firmly on food pusher to guide food through processor, but do not force it.
Note: Heavy pressure on the pusher does not speed the work; use the pusher only as a guide. Let the processor do the
work.
7. When finished, press OFF/PULSE and wait for disc to stop rotating before removing cover. Twist cover toward (
)
to remove.
8. Carefully remove slice/shred disc. Unlock workbowl by turning it counterclockwise and lifting it off the base.
9. Unplug appliance when not in use.
© 2011 Applica Consumer Products, Inc.
2011/2-7-32E/S
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Care and Cleaning
This product contains no user serviceable parts. Refer service to qualified service personnel.
Note: Do not attempt to sharpen the cutting edges of the blades or discs. They are permanently sharpened at the factory
and will be ruined if sharpened.
CLEANING
Note: Before cleaning, be sure unit is turned off and cord is unplugged.
• Completely disassemble processor parts before washing.
• Rinse parts immediately after processing for easy cleanup.
• Wipe base and feet with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly. Do not immerse base in liquid.
• All removable parts can be washed by hand or in a dishwasher.
• Do not use rough scouring pads or cleansers on any plastic or metal parts to clean.
• Do not allow blades or discs to soak in water for long periods of time.
• Remember to clean the internal shaft of the chopping blade; use a baby bottle brush to remove any clogged food
particles.
C
B
OR
G
GA