IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using this appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before, and follow whilst using this appliance. 1. To protect against electric shock do not immerse the cord, plug or motor base of unit in water or any other liquid.
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23. The use of attachments/accessories not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries or damage to the appliance and void warranty. 24. Do not run the motor continuously for more than 1 minute, it may overheat. After 1 minute switch OFF for at least 2 minutes to allow the motor to cool down.
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Congratulations on the purchase of your new Russell Hobbs Classic Food Processor. Each unit is manufactured to ensure safety and reliability. Before using the appliance for the first time, please read the instruction booklet carefully and keep it for future reference. Pass it on if you pass on the appliance.
GETTING STARTED BEFORE FIRST USE • Remove all packing material, any stickers, and the plastic band around the CAUTION: Handle chopping blades and discs carefully. power plug. • Carefully remove all packaging material, any stickers and the plastic protector from the •...
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Place the lid with the front feed chute latch (black part) to the left of the handle, onto the workbowl. Align the tabs and lock the lid into place by turning counterclockwise. The lid is locked when it clicks firmly into place. The lid will only lock when the feed chute is aligned with the workbowl handle.
USING THE SPEED CONTROLS Note: If the food processor does not run, make sure the workbowl and lid are properly locked on the base and the large food pusher is SPEED CONTROLS fully in place. There is an automatic safety lock that causes the food processor to stop working if the large food pusher pops out and/or The control panel buttons are located on the front of the base.
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USING THE DISCS IN THE LARGE WORKBOWL Lock the large workbowl into place. Fit the blade shaft onto the centre post in the large workbowl. Using the 2 large round holes to hold the disc you wish to use, with the desired side up (slice or shred/grate), place the disc onto the blade shaft (G). Place lid on workbowl and lock into place by rotating counterclockwise.
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HELPFUL TIPS WHEN SLICING, SHREDDING OR GRATING • Before slicing round fruits and vegetables through the food processor, cut a thin slice from the bottom so food will be more stable. Place the food cut side down into the feed chute. •...
IMPORTANT: Ensure that the S blade has completely stopped spinning and unplug the appliance before removing the lid from the workbowl. 10. To unlock the large workbowl, turn it clockwise and lift off base. 11. Carefully remove the S blade by pulling the blade shaft straight up and empty workbowl.
USING THE DOUGH BLADE IMPORTANT: The dough blade can ONLY be used with the large workbowl. Only run the food processor on speed 1 when using the dough blade. Lock the large workbowl into place on the base. Place the dough blade onto the blade shaft and turn it clockwise to lock it into place (N). Push the dough blade and the blade shaft down onto centre post in workbowl until fully fitted.
CLEANING the food processor running. Important: Blades are sharp. Handle blades and discs carefully. • To minimise slender foods, such as carrots or celery, from falling • Completely disassemble processor parts before washing. over in the feed chute, cut food into several pieces and pack the •...
• Remember to clean the internal shafts of the chopping blades. Use a brush to remove any residual food particles. • If you are having trouble closing the lid over the large workbowl, apply a small amount of vegetable oil to the rim of the lid and workbowl. This should make the pieces work more smoothly.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM SOLUTION Food processor does not operate • Make sure the large work bowl and lid are properly aligned and locked in place and the large food pusher is inserted in the feed chute. • Check to make sure the food processor is plugged in.
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Warranty Conditions 4. The Goods must be used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. This Warranty does not apply should the defect in or failure of the Goods be attributable to misuse, abuse, accident or non-observance of manufacturer’s instructions on the part of the user.
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DOUGH MIXING FOR TORTILLAS Large workbowl, dough blade INGREDIENTS 350g flour 210g water 30g olive oil METHOD Using the dough blade in the large workbowl, process the ingredients on speed 1 until smooth. Divide dough into balls to make medium pan size flat circles. Cook tortillas in a pan for 3 minutes, then flip over and cook the other side.
PIZZA DOUGH Large workbowl, dough blade Makes 1 base, approx. 35cm diameter INGREDIENTS 1¼ tsp active dry yeast 330g cups warm water (40°C) ¼ tsp sugar 440 to 495 unsifted plain flour 1 tsp salt 2 tbsp olive oil METHOD Sprinkle yeast over water, add sugar and let stand for 5 minutes until yeast is dissolved.
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SPINACH PESTO PIZZA Large workbowl, S blade, shredding/slicing disc Makes one 35cm pizza INGREDIENTS 1 pizza base 440g mozzarella cheese 4 tomatoes, sliced 70g parmesan cheese ¼ cup loosely packed basil leaves Salt & pepper, to taste SPINACH PESTO 2 cups spinach leaves 1 cup basil leaves ½...
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FRENCH CREPES Large workbowl, dough blade Serves 4 INGREDIENTS 250g plain flour, sifted 2 eggs 0.5L milk 50g butter, melted 1 tsp vanilla sugar 1 pinch of salt 1 tbs rum METHOD Combine flour, eggs, melted butter, salt, vanilla sugar and rhum in the large workbowl. Using the dough blade, process on speed 1 and gradually pour in the milk, until batter is smooth.
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COLESLAW Large/small workbowls, S blade, mini S blade Serves 4 INGREDIENTS ½ medium head cabbage, wedges 1 wedge purple cabbage 2 medium carrots, peeled and trimmed 1 small purple onion ½ cup stuffed olives, coarsely chopped ¾ cup mayonnaise 3 tbsp red wine vinegar ½...
STUFFED MUSHROOMS Large workbowl, S blade Serves 6 INGREDIENTS 200g sausage meat 12 large mushrooms 1 large spring onion 1 large clove garlic 1 slice white bread 2 tbsp parsley, chopped 2 tbsp vegetable stock 4 tbsp melted butter ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated METHOD Preheat the oven to 175°...
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