Cleaning, Storage And Maintenance; For Your Safety; Technical Data - Cuisinart fp-12dc Instruction Booklet

CLEANING, STORAGE
AND MAINTENANCE
Keep your Cuisinart Elite Collection
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. Insert the
cover with the feed tube facing up to ensure
proper cleaning of the seal. (Note: The seal is
not removable and water will drain properly.)
Insert the work bowls and pushers upside down
for drainage. Remember to unload the
dishwasher carefully wherever you place sharp
blades and discs.
To simplify cleaning, rinse the work bowls,
cover, pusher assembly and blade or disc
immediately after use so food won't dry on
them. Be sure to place the pushers upside
down for drainage. If food lodges in the pusher,
remove it by running water through it, or use a
bottle brush.
If you wash blades and discs by hand, do it
carefully. When handling, use the plastic hubs
on the blades and plastic hub for the discs.
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 it
rapidly up and down on the center shaft of the
bowl. Use of a spray attachment is also
effective. If necessary, use a brush.
The work bowls are made of durable plastic
that is shatter resistant and heat resistant. They
should not be placed in a microwave oven, as
the aperture at the front of the pusher houses
the metal rod that activates the motor.
The housing base may be wiped clean with a
soapy, nonabrasive material. Be sure to dry
once clean.
The Accessory Storage Case is made of a high-
impact plastic that has a smooth, easy-to-clean
surface. Occasionally, wipe your Accessory
Storage Case with a cloth or sponge that has
been dipped in warm soapy water. To remove
stubborn spots, use a mild soap solution, then
wipe with a damp sponge. Do not put the
Accessory Storage Case in the dishwasher.
Blades, stem adapter and discs should always
be clean when they are put into the Accessory
Storage Case. The Accessory Storage Case is
not meant for temporary storage of soiled
blades between periods of use.
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Four rubber feet on the underside keep the base
from moving on most work surfaces when the
machine is processing heavy loads. If the feet
leave spots on the counter, spray them with a
spot remover 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 nonabrasive cleaning powder.
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.
Maintenance:
Any other servicing should be performed
by an authorized service representative.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Like all powerful electrical appliances, a food
processor should be handled with care. Follow
these guidelines to protect yourself and your
family from misuse that could cause injury.
Handle and store metal blades and discs
carefully. Their cutting edges are very sharp.
Always place the stem adapter on the motor
shaft before assembling the discs.
Never put blades or discs on the motor shaft
until the 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 chopping blade and dough blade
in the work bowl before putting ingredients in
bowl.
When slicing or shredding food, always use the
pusher. Never put your fingers or spatula into
feed tube.
Always wait for the blade or disc to stop
spinning before you remove the pusher
assembly or cover from the work bowl.
Always unplug the unit before removing food,
cleaning, or putting on or taking off parts.
Always remove work bowl from base of machine
before you remove chopping blade or dough
blade.

TECHNICAL DATA

The motor in your food processor operates on a
standard line operating current. The appropriate
voltage and frequency for your machine are
shown on a label on the bottom of the base.
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