Cuisinart FP16DCU Manual page 23

The large pusher moves when processing dough or other heavy loads
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The pusher lock feature, located above the handle, should be pulled out. Some vibration
is normal.
Dough doesn't clean inside of the work bowl
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Amount of dough may exceed maximum capacity of your food processor. Remove half
and process in two batches. Dough may be too dry. Dough may be too wet.
Lump of dough forms on top of blade and does not become uniformly kneaded
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Stop machine, carefully remove dough, divide it into 3 pieces and redistribute them evenly
in the work bowl.
Dough feels tough after kneading
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Divide dough into 2 or 3 pieces and redistribute evenly in bowl. Process for 10 seconds or
until uniformly soft and pliable.
Dough is too dry
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While machine is running, add water, 1 tablespoon at a time until dough cleans the inside
of the bowl.
Dough is too wet
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While machine is running, add fl our, 1 tablespoon at a time until dough cleans the inside
of the bowl.
The motor does not start
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There is a safety interlock to prevent the motor from starting if it is not properly assembled.
Make sure the work bowl(s) and work bowl lid 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 fi ll line so that activation rod can
engage the motor. If the motor still will not start, check the power cord and outlet.
The food processor shuts off during operation
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The lid may have become unlocked; make sure it is securely in position. A safety protector
in the motor prevents the motor from overheating, which is caused by excessive strain.
Press the 'OFF' button and wait 10 to 15 minutes to allow the food processor to cool off
before resuming.
The food processor lid becomes unlatched at the back and/or makes a loud noise
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The back of the lid becoming unlatched and any related noise, will not prevent the unit
from working. Simply push down to lock the back into position.
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