Processing; Processing Techniques - Cuisinart MINI PREP PRO Manual

Use the 'GRIND' speed switch for grinding and for chopping hard food with the blunt edge of the
blade.
A 'pulse' action is best when you are using the sharp edge of the blade. Two or three pulses are
often enough. Ensure you check the food frequently to prevent over processing. Over processing
will result in a watery paste instead of a fine chop.
N.B. Due to the powerful motor provided with this unit, we recommend using one hand to
support the appliance during operation.
N.B. During processing, it remains possible to reverse the direction of the blade, by pressing the
opposite switch after stopping pressing one. In this case, it is normal that motor will start after a
few seconds delay, due to the electronic brake control at each direction change.
Continuous hold action is best when you are using the grind function. When you operate the unit
for more than 10 seconds, use a pulse action every 10 seconds or so to allow food to drop to the
bottom of the work bowl. This provides more consistent results.
IMPORTANT: Never operate the Cordless Mini Prep Pro continuously for longer than 20 seconds
at a time
E. PROCESSING
• Fit the work bowl and blade (refer to section A).
• Place food in the work bowl. Ensure food is cut into small evenly sized pieces and the work bowl
is not overloaded.
• Lock the lid into position.
• Press the appropriate control switch i.e. 'CHOP' or 'GRIND' , depending on the food you are
processing, for the required amount of time (refer to 'Processing Techniques for further details).
• Wait for the blade to stop moving. Unplug the cordless appliance and remove the lid & work
bowl.
N.B. The lid must always be removed before fitting or removing the work bowl from the base.
• To remove liquids and sauces from bowl, simply pour ingredients out of work bowl. The BladeLock
System keeps blade safely in place.
• To remove thicker ingredients from bowl, carefully remove the blade assembly, holding it by the
top of the plastic central stem. Gently pull up to disengage blade lock and remove blade from
the work bowl. Remove food with a spatula.
• Occasionally food will stick to the sides of the work bowl as you process. If this happens, stop the
appliance. After the blade has stopped moving, remove the lid and use a spatula to scrape the
food from the sides of the work bowl back into the centre. Do not use your hand.
• You can also reverse the motor by alternating between 'CHOP' and 'GRIND' . This will help to
combine the ingredients and clean the sides of the work bowl.
N.B. Do not operate without food contents in the work bowl .

5. PROCESSING TECHNIQUES

The following section includes useful hints and tips on how to use the Cordless Mini Prep Pro to
achieve a number of processing results. We recommend that you practice using these techniques
before processing food to eat.
N.B. Do not process frozen food in the processor.
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