Hamilton Beach 702R Food Processor User Manual

Hamilton Beach 702R Food Processor

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including these:

1. Read all instructions.
2. To protect against the risk of electrical shock, do not immerse the base or motor in water or other liquids.
3. Close supervision is necessary when used by or near children.
4. Unplug the cord from the outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.
5. Avoid contacting moving parts.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or is dropped, or is damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized Hamilton Beach/Proctor Silex, Inc. service facility for examination, adjustment, or electrical or mechanical repair.
7. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by Hamilton Beach/Proctor-Silex, Inc. may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
10. Never feed food into the food chute by hand when slicing or shredding food. Always use a food pusher.
11. The blades and discs are sharp. Handle carefully. Store out of reach of children.
12. Make sure the blade or disc has come to a full stop before removing the cover.
13. Keep hands and utensils away from moving blades and discs while processing food to prevent the possibility of severe personal injury and/or damage to the food processor. A rubber scraper may be used, but ONLY when the food processor is not running.
14. To avoid injury, never place a cutting blade or discs on the base without first putting the bowl properly in place.
15. Be certain the cover is securely locked in place before operating the appliance.
16. Do not attempt to defeat the cover interlock mechanism.
17. To avoid injury, be sure to insert or remove blades and discs using the finger holes provided for this purpose.

KNOW YOUR FOOD PROCESSOR

HOW TO ASSEMBLE YOUR PROCESSOR

Always position the bowl and lock on the base before putting the blade or disc in position. Make sure the blade or disc is securely in place before using.

1. Place base on a clean, dry surface.
2. Make sure the control switch is turned to OFF.
3. Place the bowl onto the base, with the handle facing you. Move the bowl back and forth slightly until it drops down into place.
4. Rotate the bowl counterclockwise until it locks into place. (Fig. A) When the unit is new, you may need to turn the bowl quite firmly to lock it. This tightness will decrease with repeated use.
5. To put on blades:  Place the S-blade into the food processor shaft through the hole in the center of the bowl. Turn the blade slightly until the flat edges of the two shafts line up, and allow the blade to drop down completely onto the food processor shaft. Slicer/Shredder Disc: Place the blade shaft into the food processor shaft through the hole in the center of the bowl. Align the hole in the center of the blade with the hexagon shape on top of the blade shaft so that the blade drops down onto the blade shaft. (Fig. B) Handle blades carefully to avoid injury. Hold the S-blade by the top of the plastic hub in the center; handle the slicer/shredder disc by the edges.
6. Place the cover on the bowl with the safety interlock tab to the right of the bowl handle. Turn the cover counterclockwise so that the interlock tab slides into the slot on the side of the motor housing. The unit will not operate unless it is completely locked into place in the slot. Turn until you hear the cover lock into place. THE MOTOR WILL NOT OPERATE UNLESS THE SAFETY INTERLOCK TAB IS COMPLETELY IN THE SLOT. This ensures the cover is always securely latched when the unit is in operation.
7. Place the food pusher in the food chute on top of the cover.

HOW TO OPERATE THE CONTROLS

Your food processor has two switches:

• HIGH-LOW Switch: This is for selecting speed. Move the switch to either high or low speed before turning on the motor with the ON-OFF-PULSE switch.
• ON-OFF-PULSE Switch (Fig. C): This is a three-position switch that gives you a choice of “ON,” “OFF,” or “PULSE.” Selecting the ON position causes the motor to run continuously until you move the switch to OFF. The PULSE position will cause the motor to run only until you release the switch; then it automatically springs back to the OFF position. This instantaneous on-off action can help you control the texture of foods that require little processing (such as green peppers).

HINTS FOR BEST USE

• ALWAYS make sure the blade or disc has completely stopped turning before removing the cover.
• The bowl will hold about 6 cups of dry ingredients or 2 cups of liquid. Do not overfill.
• Process dry or solid ingredients before moist ones. As a general rule, cut solid foods into 1-inch pieces before placing them in the food chute.
• If foods such as vegetables or cheese become wedged between the blade and the side of the bowl, turn the motor off and unplug the unit. Unlatch the cover and remove the wedged piece.
• If ingredients stick to the sides of the bowl, turn the motor off, remove the cover, and use a rubber spatula to gently push the mixture toward the blades.
• Do not use your food processor to crush ice.
• For most even results, chop only one type of vegetable at a time.
• Do not overprocess. Remember that most foods are processed in seconds.

HOW TO USE THE S-BLADE

This serrated stainless steel blade has many uses.

• Chop: Raw or cooked meats, fish or poultry, firm vegetables, onions, mushrooms, nuts
• Mince: Vegetables, meat, poultry, nuts
• Crumb: Bread, crackers, cookies, cereals
• Mix: Meat and vegetable mixtures, pie and pasta doughs, quick breads, cakes
• Cut In: Shortening and butter into flour for pastry dough
• Puree: Cooked fruits and vegetables, baby foods
• Mash: Vegetables, fruits
• Blend: Mixtures, sauces, gravies, beverages, soups
• Knead: Bread doughs
• Grate: Hard cheese
• Grind: Meats, fish, poultry, nuts into paste or butters

1. Place the bowl in the food processor and put the S-Blade in place.
2. After cutting food into pieces, place the food in a bowl. Latch cover onto bowl. Insert food pusher into food chute.
3. Process food to the desired texture. Processing speed and time determine the finished consistency of the food.
4. Use of the PULSE position can help you avoid overprocessing.

S-BLADE TIPS AND TECHNIQUES

Kneading Bread Dough

Dough for one loaf of yeast bread may be prepared in your food processor using the S-blade. Mix ingredients on HIGH according to recipe instructions. When the mixture forms a ball, continue processing for 10-15 seconds. Then remove the dough, allow it to rise, and bake according to recipe instructions.

Making Nut Butters

Peanuts, pecans, or other oily nuts can be processed into nut butter using the S-blade on HIGH speed. (Dry-roasted nuts cannot be used due to a lack of oil in the nuts.) For crunchy nut butters, process part of the nuts just until coarsely chopped, then stir into the creamy nut butter.

Other Tips

• When making cakes, muffins, etc., pieces of orange and lemon peel can be chopped by adding them to the sugar and butter mixture rather than grating by hand.
• Add eggs, flour, and other ingredients through the food chute.
• It is often necessary to push foods down from the side of the bowl with a rubber spatula when creaming, mixing, or blending. Be sure the unit is off and the blade has stopped turning before inserting the spatula into the bowl.

HOW TO USE THE SLICER / SHREDDER DISC

• To Slice: Assemble the blade with the slicing blade protruding above the disc. (Fig. D1)
• To Shred: Assemble blade with shredding teeth protruding above disc. (Fig. D2)

The Slicer Disc

It has a slicing blade. It rotates just underneath the cover to slice foods inserted through the food chute. It can be used to:

• Slice Firm fruits and vegetables, cheeses, and partially frozen boneless meat.
• Julienne Vegetables.

The Shredder Disc

It has small holes with sharp edges. It rotates just underneath the cover to shred or grate foods inserted through the food chute. It can be used to:

• Shred Firm vegetables such as potatoes, zucchini, carrots, cabbage, fruits like apples and pears, and cheeses.
• Grate Cheddar, Swiss, Muenster, and similar cheeses.
• Place the bowl on the food processor and put the Slicer/Shredder Disc in place with the desired surface facing up for either slicing or shredding. Latch cover onto bowl.
• Cut food to fit the food chute. Pack the food chute tightly with food. Insert food pusher in chute. Always use the food pusher to feed food into the chute. NEVER PUSH FOOD THROUGH THE CHUTE WITH YOUR HANDS.
• Select speed. While pressing the food pusher, move the switch to ON or PULSE to process food.
• When food chute is empty, move switch to OFF or release from the PULSE position. Wait until the blade has stopped rotating before removing the cover.

SLICER / SHREDDER DISC TIPS & TECHNIQUES

• When grating, the more pressure on the food pusher, the larger the pieces will be; the lighter the pressure, the smaller the pieces.
• You may occasionally find a small piece of food left on top of the disc after processing. This is normal; it happens because of the space between the end of the chute and the surface of the disc.
• For best results, refrigerate food before slicing or shredding.
• Pack the food chute tightly when using the slicer disc for vegetables such as carrots or potatoes. Cut a slice off the end of the vegetable so it is flat against the disc. This will produce round cuts rather than elongated ones.
• When processing smaller amounts, such as one carrot, cut it into pieces to fill up the chute. If food is put into the chute loosely, it may tip over, and slices will be elongated, or on an angle, rather than round.
• When slicing or shredding one item, such as one carrot or cucumber, position the food against the right side of the chute and hold firmly in place with the food pusher. The counterclockwise rotation of the disc will push the food against the right side of the chute, which helps hold the food upright for better results.
• Use moderate pressure to feed harder foods (carrots, potatoes) through the slicer/shredder disc; use lighter pressure for delicate foods (strawberries, bananas). Never force food through the disc.
• The bottom of the chute is slightly larger than the top. You may wish to place wider foods like cucumbers, potatoes, or onions at the bottom of the chute, then hold them in place as you put the cover on the unit.

Making Julienne Cuts of Vegetables

Use the Slicer Disc to make “matchstick” cuts of vegetables such as potatoes, summer squash, carrots, and beets. Pack the chute tightly with food and process. Then remove slices and wedge a stack of slices in the chute with cuts positioned vertically. Slice again to make matchstick-shaped pieces.

Processing Sausages and Similar Foods

Select thin items that will fit the chute. These slices are best if chilled. Raw meat must be partially frozen.

FOOD PROCESSING CHART SLICER DISC

FOOD PROCESSING CHARTSHREDDER DISC

HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR FOOD PROCESSOR

Caring for the Base

Wipe the base, control panel, and cord with a damp cloth or sponge. To remove stubborn soil, use a mild non-abrasive cleanser. NEVER IMMERSE THE BASE IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUID.

Caring for Attachments

Use hot sudsy water to wash the bowl, blade, discs, food pusher, and juicer attachments. Rinse and dry thoroughly. All parts except the S-Blade, food pusher, and base may be washed in the dishwasher (top rack). Do not allow any part to soak for long periods. To avoid scratching plastic parts, use a mild non-abrasive cleanser to remove stubborn soil. Blades and discs may be cleaned with a stiff-bristle brush or nylon mesh scrubbing pad.

Caring for the Motor

The motor of your food processor is permanently lubricated and will require no oil or other maintenance.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Before calling the Hamilton Beach/Proctor Silex, Inc. Customer Service Number, carefully check the list below for a possible solution to your question.

Unit does not operate on ON or PULSE.

1. Is the unit plugged in? Does the outlet work?
2. Is the safety interlock tab on the bowl cover inserted all the way into the slot on the side of the control panel? This is a safety switch. The unit will not operate unless the cover is completely locked into place in the slot.

Food is not chopped, sliced, or shredded uniformly.

1. Packing too much food in the food chute or pushing too hard on the food pusher while processing may cause the processed food to be irregularly sliced or shredded. Check the food processing charts in this booklet to determine recommended sizes and quantities.
2. Are you using the recommended speed?

Unit stops and will not come back on.

1. Check the safety interlock tab on the side of the cover. Is it inserted completely into the slot next to the control panel? It may have moved slightly during processing.
2. Is the outlet still working? Check it by plugging in a working lamp or other appliance. You may have overloaded the circuit and blown a fuse or tripped the circuit breaker.
3. Turn the unit OFF and then back ON. If none of these suggestions correct the problem, DO NOT attempt to repair the unit. Call 1-800-851-8900 to get the name of your nearest Authorized Service Center.

Unit has a burning smell.

• There may be residue left on the motor from the manufacturing process, causing a slight odor during initial use. This will go away.
• If a strong odor or any visible smoke appears, unplug the unit IMMEDIATELY and call 1-800-851-8900 for the name of the nearest Hamilton Beach/Proctor-Silex, Inc. Authorized Service Center. DO NOT CONTINUE USING THE FOOD PROCESSOR.

Motor seems weak.

1. Are you using the recommended speed for the item you are processing?
2. Are you using the recommended food size and quantity to be processed? Refer to the food processing charts in this booklet for recommended food sizes and speeds.

HOW TO ORDER PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

You may order accessories or replacement parts for your food processor directly from Hamilton Beach/Proctor Silex, Inc. Call 1-800-851-8900 between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM Eastern Time.

ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Hamilton Beach/Proctor-Silex, Inc. warrants this appliance to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. There are no warranties with respect to any glass parts or glass containers that may be supplied with this appliance. This warranty does not cover damage from abuse, neglect, use for commercial purposes, or any other use not found in the printed directions.

HAMILTON BEACH/PROCTOR-SILEX, INC. DISCLAIMS ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR COMMERCIAL LOSSES CAUSED BY USE OF THIS APPLIANCE. Some states do not allow this exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential losses, so the foregoing disclaimer may not apply to you.
If you have a claim under this warranty, DO NOT RETURN THE APPLIANCE TO THE STORE!

Please call our CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE HOTLINE in Washington, N.C. between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday. (For faster service, please have the model number ready for the operator to assist you.)

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