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But you already know why you bought it. Now, let’s learn how to use it! This guide will familiarize you with your FoodCycler, introduce you to its features and functions, while also showing you how to use and care for your unit.
This appliance is intended for household use, and similar applications, such as: residential kitchens, workplace staff rooms, bed and breakfasts, hotels, motels and other accommodation service environments. The FoodCycler is a Household Electric Appliances product. Basic safety instructions should always be followed when handling electrical appliances. This includes the following: -Carefully read all instruction materials accompanying the product.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR FOODCYCLER First things first: let’s get to know your FoodCycler. It’s always important to recognize the parts and features of any implement in order to properly use the technology, and fully realize its potential. So, let’s make the introductions, shall...
Whew! Now that the introductions are done, and you are familiar with your FoodCycler’s parts and functions, it’s time to learn how to use your unit. Follow these steps to ensure the safe, effective setup of your unit. Let’s get...
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DETAILED SETUP INSTRUCTIONS RUNNING YOUR FOODCYCLER 1) Always ensure that no food waste falls outside of the bucket and into the unit. This may cause damage to the motor and other internal components. You should remove the bucket from the unit prior to adding food waste to the bucket. You can keep the bucket on your counter or kitchen table and fill it up with food waste throughout the day/week until you are ready to start a cycle.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Review these instructions prior to running a cycle with your new unit. Remove bucket from Open lid Add food waste to waste unit. bucket. Place waste bucket back inside Close lid. Press Start. the unit. (see instructions on pg.
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DETAILED OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PUTTING BUCKET IN UNIT Insert the bucket by aligning the arrow shape on the rim of the bucket with the arrow stamped along the interior of the unit cavity. If the bucket does not seem to fit into the unit, try turning the bucket's bottom bolt slightly and then try inserting the bucket again.
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TIPS FOR OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE & SAFE USE OF UNIT 1) It is suggested that you shut the FoodCycler off (Step 8) before leaving your home for an extended period of time. You may also unplug the unit from the wall prior to any trips away from home.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Keep the unit away from heaters and kitchen appliances which generate heat. Keep the unit out of direct sunlight. Do not dismantle, reconfigure, alter or adapt the unit in any way. Do not open the unit during a cycle. Do not put your hands inside the unit unless it has completely finished cycling and has gone through all the cycle modes.
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CHANGING YOUR CARBON FILTERS Replacing your carbon filters is essential to ensuring an odorless cycle. If the machine is used regularly, the filters will need to be changed every 3-4 months (500 Cycle Hours). At the end of this period, the Change Filter Indicator Light will notify you that it is time to change the...
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*RESETTING THE FILTER LIGHT INSTRUCTIONS The Reset Filter button is small and round. Hold it for three seconds, until your unit beeps, and the Reset Filter light goes off.
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CLEANING YOUR FOODCYCLER Keeping your FoodCycler clean will help ensure that your unit performs cleanly and efficiently. Both the exterior of the unit and the removable bucket can and should be cleaned regularly. Follow the directions below to keep your FoodCycler looking (and working) its best.
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CLEANING YOUR BUCKET Your FoodCycler’s grinding bucket is made from tough aluminum and a protective porcelain coating, making your bucket dishwasher friendly for ultimate convenience. Cleaning Your bucket is not necessary for effective processing and is entirely optional. CLEANING THE OUTSIDE OF YOUR MACHINE Remove bucket Remove all blockages &...
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Standby, or has been turned on. SELF-DIAGNOSING INDICATOR LIGHTS If your unit is signalling a Components Issue, do not continue using your unit. Contact the FoodCycler Help Team at info@nofoodwaste.com or by filling out the contact form at https://www.nofoodwaste.com/pages/contact-us...
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QUICK TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE MANUAL RESET INSTRUCTIONS A Manual Reset is necessary in the event that your unit's operating system needs to be reset to an earlier mode following a minor malfunction. Follow these instructions to properly complete a manual reset: 1) Plug unit in 2) Press and hold the Power/Start button for upwards of 3 seconds, until you hear a beep and the unit shuts off...
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