INSTRUCTION BOOKLET Recipe Booklet Reverse Side 12-Cup Cuisinart Elite Collection™ Food Processor FP-12 Series For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
Recommended maximum work bowl capacities FOOD CAPACITY 12-CUP WORKBOWL CAPACITY 4-CUP WORKBOWL Sliced or shredded fruit, vegetables or cheese 12 cups N/A Chopped fruit, vegetables or cheese 9 cups 3 cups Puréed fruit, vegetables or cheese 10 cups cooked 6 cups puréed 3 cups cooked 1½ cups puréed Chopped or puréed meat, fish, seafood 2 pounds ½ pound Thin liquid* (e.g. dressing, soups, etc.) 8 cups 3 cups Cake batter One 9-inch cheesecake Two 8-inch homemade layers (1 box 18.5 oz.
IMPORTANT UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS This package contains a Cuisinart Elite Collection™ 12-Cup Food Processor and the accessories for it: 12- and 4-cup work bowls, work bowl cover, large and small metal chopping/mixing blades, dough blade, adjustable slicing disc, reversible shredding disc, stem adapter, large and small pushers, spatula, instruction/recipe book and How-to DVD. CAUTION: THE CUTTING TOOLS HAVE VERY SHARP EDGES. To avoid injury when unpacking the parts, please follow these instructions. 1.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Always follow these safety precautions when using this appliance. Getting Ready 1. Read all instructions. 2. Blades and discs are sharp. Handle them carefully. 3. Always unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, before removing food and before cleaning. To unplug, grasp plug and pull from electrical outlet. Never pull cord. 4. Do not use outdoors. 5. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces. 6.
Warning: Risk of fire or electric shock CONTENTS The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of un-insulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of fire or electric shock to persons.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS 1. Housing Base and Motor With a vertically projecting motor shaft, this powerful base will process through a variety of recipes with a 1000 watt peak power induction motor. 2. Touchpad Control Panel These easy to clean, electronically controlled buttons, feature On, Off and Pulse options, for every food processing function. The contemporary, blue LED light will indicate when the unit is powered on. 3.
5a 6 5b 7 5c 8 4c 9 4a 4b 3a 3c 10 3b 3 11 2 12 1 7
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Before first use Before using your Cuisinart Elite Collection™ 12-Cup Food Processor for the first time, wash the work bowls, work bowl cover, pusher assembly, blades, discs, and spatula (see Cleaning Instructions on page 15). 1. Place the food processor base on a dry, level countertop with the controls facing toward you. Do not plug the unit in until it is fully assembled. 2.
If using the reversible shredding disc, determine whether the fine or medium side will be used and use the plastic hub to twist into position on the stem adapter. The finger holes may be used for removal of this disc. Cover Operation 7. Place the work bowl cover onto the work bowl by positioning it directly over the bowls, and push down on the front and back to lock into place.
necessary. Do not use this method to purée cooked white potatoes. (see Mashed Potato recipe on page 48.) • To purée solids for a soup or sauce: strain the solids from the liquid and process the solids alone. Add cooking liquid and process as needed. Kneading (using the Dough Blade or the Metal Chopping Blade) • The dough blade is engineered to knead through yeast dough, while the metal chopping blade is ideal for pastry doughs.
USER GUIDE & CAPACITY CHART FOOD TOOL PROCESS YIELD DIRECTIONS FRUITS Metal Blade Chop 1 pound = 3 cups Metal Blade Purée 1 pound = 3 cups Slicing Disc Shredding Disc Slice Shred 1 apple = ¾ cup 1 apple = ¾ cup Cut into 1-inch pieces; pulse to chop – process for fine chop. Process to purée cooked and peeled apples for applesauce. Medium pressure Medium pressure Avocados Metal Blade Metal Blade Chop Purée 1 medium = 1 cup 1 medium = 1 cup Cut into 1-inch pieces; pulse to chop.
FOOD TOOL PROCESS YIELD DIRECTIONS Celery Metal Blade Chop 2 medium stalks = ½ cup Slicing Disc Slice 2 medium stalks = ½ cup Cut into 1 inch pieces; pulse to chop to desired consistency. Trim; place upright in feed tube. Medium pressure. Metal Blade Chop 1 medium = 1½ cups Cut into 1-inch pieces; pulse to chop. Slicing Disc Slice 1 medium = 1½ cups Rounds: trim; place upright in feed tube. Medium pressure. Long slices: trim; place horizontally in feed tube. Medium pressure.
FOOD TOOL PROCESS YIELD DIRECTIONS Radishes Metal Blade Chop ½ pound = 1½ cups Slicing Disc Shredding Disc Slice Shred ½ pound = 1½ cups ½ pound = 1½ cups Cut into 1-inch pieces; pulse to chop. Process to finely chop. Trim ends; firm pressure. Trim ends; firm pressure. Scallions Metal Blade Slicing Disc Chop Slice 1 to 2 = ¼ cup 1 to 2 = ¼ cup Cut into 1-inch pieces; pulse to chop. Trim, discard dark green parts, place upright in feed tube. Light to medium pressure.
FOOD TOOL PROCESS YIELD DIRECTIONS Egg Whites Metal Blade Chop 8 egg whites = 1 cup firm whites Egg whites should be room temperature; add 1 teaspoon lemon juice or vinegar per white. Process in an absolutely clean bowl for 1 to 2½ minutes until surface develops ridges and mass of whites almost stops moving. These egg whites should not be used in meringues. For whipped egg whites with volume, whip with whisk or electric mixer.
CLEANING AND STORAGE Keep your Cuisinart Elite Collection™ 12-Cup Food Processor ready to use on the kitchen counter. When not in use, leave it unplugged. Keep the blades and discs out of the reach of children. All parts except the housing base are dishwasher safe, and we recommend washing them in the dishwasher on the top rack only. Due to intense water heat, washing the work bowls, cover and accessories on the bottom rack may cause damage over time.
the pusher assembly is removed, a fast-stop circuit also enables the motor to stop within seconds. Cuisinart offers a Limited Three-Year Warranty on the entire machine. TroubleShooting Food Processing 1. Problem: The food is unevenly processed Solution: • The ingredients should be cut evenly into ½- to 1-inch pieces before processing. • Process in batches to avoid overloading. 2. Problem: Slices are uneven or slanted Solution: • Place evenly cut food into the feed tube.
Technical 1. Problem: The motor does not start. Solution: • There is a safety interlock to prevent the motor from starting if it is not properly assembled. Make sure the work bowl and work bowl cover are securely locked into position. • If you are slicing or shredding and the above solution does not work, make sure that the food contents in the feed tube are cut below the maximum fill line so that the activation rod can engage the motor. emptying the contents of the bowl.
If your Cuisinart Elite Collection™ 12-Cup Food Processor should prove to be defective within the warranty period, we will repair it, or if we think necessary, replace it. To obtain warranty service, simply call our toll-free number 1-800726-0190 for additional information from our Customer Service Representatives, or send the defective product to Customer Service at Cuisinart, 150 Milford Road, East Windsor, NJ 08520. To facilitate the speed and accuracy of your return, please enclose $10.
