Black & Decker FP1600, FP1700, FP1700B-CL, FP1800 - 8 Cup Food Processor Manual

OVERVIEW

Product may vary slightly from what is illustrated.

1. † Food pusher: FP1600B, FP1700B, FP1800B (Part # 20102000003802), FP1600WC (Part # 20102000003803)
2. † 8-cup processing workbowl cover: FP1600B, FP1700B, FP1800B (Part # 2050200590)
3. † Stainless steel slicing and shredding disk: FP1600B, FP1700B, FP1800B (Part # 2050200611)
4. † Center shaft FP1600B, FP1700B, FP1800B (Part # 2050200131)
5. † Stainless steel chopping blade: FP1600B, FP1700B, FP1800B (Part # 2050200621)
6. † 8-cup processing workbowl: FP1600B, FP1800B (Part # 2050200581), FP1700B (Part # 2050200800), FP1600WC (Part # 2050200631)
7. Base
8. Cord wrap (under base)
9. † Non-skid suction feet (Part # 09183-1)
10. Control panel
11. Feed chute

Note: † indicates consumer replaceable/removable parts

Please Read and Save this Use and Care Book.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

• Read all instructions.
• To protect against risk of electrical shock do not immerse cord, plugs or appliance in water or other liquid.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
• Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning.
• Avoid contacting moving parts.
• Do not operate appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Contact Consumer Support at the toll-free number listed in the warranty section. This appliance has important markings on the plug blade. The attachment plug or entire cordset (if plug is molded onto cord) is not suitable for replacement. If damaged, the appliance must be replaced.
• The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not let cord hang over the edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
• Keep hands and utensils away from moving blade or disc while processing food to reduce the risk of severe injury to persons or damage to the food processor. A scraper may be used, but must be used only when the food processor is not running.
• To avoid product malfunction, do not fill the work bowl past the "Max Liquid Level" mark.
• Blade is sharp. Handle carefully.
• To reduce the risk of injury, never place cutting blade or discs on base without first putting bowl properly in place.
• Be certain cover is securely locked in place before operating appliance.
• Never feed food by hand. Always use food pusher.
• Do not attempt to defeat the cover interlock mechanism.
• Do not use this appliance for other than intended use.
• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
• Always attach plug to appliance and check to make sure that the control is OFF before plugging cord into wall outlet. To disconnect, turn the control to off, then remove plug from wall outlet
• Do not chop frozen food
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

This product is for household use only.
Note: The maximum rating is based on the chopping blade. Other attachments may draw significantly less power.

POLARIZED PLUG (120V MODELS ONLY)

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.

GROUNDED PLUG (220V MODELS ONLY)

As a safety feature, this product is equipped with a grounded plug, which will only fit into a three-prong outlet. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature. Improper connection of the grounding conductor may result in the risk of electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded.

TAMPER-RESISTANT SCREW

This appliance is equipped with a tamper-resistant screw to prevent removal of the outer cover. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not attempt to remove the outer cover. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Repair should be done only by authorized service personnel.

ELECTRICAL CORD

1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
2. Extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
3. If an extension cord is used:
   1. The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance;
   2. If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord; and
   3. The cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over.

Note: If the power cord is damaged, please contact the warranty department listed in these instructions.

CONTROL PANEL

The controls are located on the front of the base (A).

Press OFF/PULSE (O/P) or ON (|) to select a function (see directions below).

OFF/PULSE CONTROL

• Processor should be stored in OFF position and unplugged when not in use.
• Use PULSE for short processing tasks. This lets you control the size and uniformity of foods being chopped.
• The OFF/PULSE button must be pressed and held for the appliance to operate in PULSE mode. When released, the appliance will stop.
• The motor of the processor will run as long as the OFF/PULSE button is held down. Press the button and then release to allow the blade to stop running and the food to fall to the bottom of the workbowl.
• Pulsing gives better control when chopping, mincing, mixing and blending foods. You can control the size of the foods, from coarse to fine.

ON CONTROL

When the ON control is selected, the processor will run continuously until the OFF/PULSE button is pressed.

HOW TO USE

This product is for household use only.

GETTING STARTED

• Remove all packing material, any stickers, and the plastic band around the power plug.
• Please go to www.prodprotect.com/blackanddecker to register your warranty.

Handle chopping blade and slicing and shredding disk carefully. They are very sharp.

• Wash all removable parts as instructed in CARE AND CLEANING section of this manual.
• Select a level, dry countertop where the appliance is to be used, allowing air space on all sides to provide proper ventilation for the motor.

ASSEMBLING THE PROCESSOR

1. Place center shaft on base.
2. Place bowl over shaft onto base
3. Rotate bowl clockwise towards the lock symbol until it clicks into place
4. Place chopping blade or slicing/shredding disc onto post.
   
   chopping blade and slicing and shredding disk are very sharp. Use caution when handling and storing.
5. Place cover on work bowl with the small latch to the right of the work bowl's handle, as shown in figure (G).
6. Rotate clockwise until cover locks into place. (NOTE: MUST SECURE WORK BOWL TO THE BASE BEFORE ATTACHING COVER)
7. Insert the food pusher into the feed chute. (If slicing/shredding, use feed chute and food pusher to insert food into the slicing/shredding disk).
8. Select your desired speed (On or PULSE)
9. Press the OFF/PULSE button and allow the blade/disk to come to a complete stop before removing cover by twisting cover toward . At this time, carefully remove the slicing/shredding disk.
10. Remove work bowl by turning it counterclockwise and lift off the base (NOTE: Must unlock cover before unlocking work bowl from base).
11. Carefully remove Chopping Blade if chopping. Unplug appliance when not in use. (NOTE: Remove work bowl from appliance before removing the chopping blade to prevent food from leaking through the center opening of the work bowl).

HOW TO LOCK THE PROCESS OR WORKBOWL IN POSITION

Press the OFF/PULSE button before placing the workbowl on the base of the processor.

1. Attach center post to base. Place the workbowl on the base with handle turned to the right of the locking mechanism (B) over the unlock symbol .
2. Hold handle and rotate workbowl clockwise toward the lock symbol until it clicks firmly into place (C).
   Note: Be sure to lock the workbowl in place before attaching the chopping blade or the slicing and shredding disk and the cover.

HOW TO CHOP IN THE PROCESSING WORKBOWL

The chopping blade is used to coarsely or finely chop, mince, mix, and puree foods to a smooth consistency.

1. Lock workbowl into position (see Illustrations B and C).
2. Place chopper blade on center shaft, twist toward lock symbol (D).
   
   The chopping blade is very sharp. Use caution when handling and storing.
3. Place food in workbowl.
4. Place cover on workbowl and lock into place by rotating clockwise (see Illustration G).
5. Place the food pusher in place.
   
   Never use your fingers to direct food through the feed chute.
6. Select your desired speed (PULSE or ON).
   Note: Process foods for no more than a few seconds at a time. Pulsing produces excellent results and offers greater control.
   
   Make sure the chopping blade has completely stopped spinning before removing cover from processing bowl.
7. Press the OFF/PULSE button and allow the chopping blade to stop revolving before removing cover. Twist cover toward (counterclockwise) to remove.
   
   Unlock lid first before removing workbowl.
8. Unlock workbowl by turning it counterclockwise and lift off base.
   Note: Remove workbowl from appliance before removing the chopping blade to prevent food from leaking through the center opening of the workbowl.
9. Twist center shaft toward unlock to remove.
10. Unplug appliance when not in use.

HOW TO SLICE OR SHRED IN THE WORKBOWL

1. Lock workbowl into position (see Illustrations B and C).
2. Carefully place slicing and shredding disk on top of center shaft with appropriate side up (depending on work to be done) (E).
   
   The slicing and shredding disk is very sharp. Use caution when handling and storing.
3. Place cover on workbowl and lock into place by rotating cover clockwise (see Illustration G).
4. Fill feed chute with food. Position food pusher over food (F).
5. Select the PULSE or ON control; press firmly on food pusher to guide food through feed chute, but do not force it.
   Note: Heavy pressure on the pusher does not speed the work; use the pusher only as a guide. Let the processor do the work.
6. When finished, press OFF/PULSE and wait for disk to stop rotating before removing cover. Twist cover toward counterclockwise to remove.
   
   Make sure the slicing and shredding disk has completely stopped spinning before removing cover from processing bowl.
   
   Unlock lid first before removing workbowl.
7. Carefully remove the slicing and shredding disk. Unlock workbowl by turning it counterclockwise and lifting it off the base.
8. Unplug appliance when not in use.

HOW TO LOCK THE COVER

1. Place cover over workbowl with the small latch to the right of the workbowl's handle (G).
2. Hold feed chute of workbowl cover and rotate cover clockwise until cover locks into place.
   
   For your protection this appliance has an interlock system. The processor will not operate unless the processing workbowl and cover are properly locked in place.
3. Insert the food pusher into the feed chute.
   Note: The food pusher is used to guide foods through the feed chute and can be removed when adding liquid or additional foods while the processor is running.

HELPFUL TIPS

HELPFUL TIPS FOR CHOPPING

• Watch carefully to avoid over-processing foods.
• The PULSE button offers the best control.
• For best results, process foods that are about the same size.
• Do not overload the workbowl, past the "Max Liquid Level" mark (H).
  
• Never walk away from the processor while it is on.
• You may use hot but not boiling liquids.
• Do not process more 3 cups of liquid in the workbowl at any given time.
• To process meat, use no more than 2 cups of ¾-inch cubes. Process using PULSE in 5 second intervals.
• Insert a funnel into the feed chute when adding ingredients such as, oil, flour and sugar.

HELPFUL TIPS WHEN SLICING AND SHREDDING

• Before slicing fruits and vegetables in the processor, cut a thin slice from the bottom of the food to make it flat.
• Place the food cut side down in feed chute.
• Remove seeds and pits before processing.
• Remove the core from hard vegetables such as cabbage.
• When slicing thinner vegetables, cut them just short of the length of the feed chute and stand them vertically in feed chute so they are solidly packed and cannot turn or tilt.
• Shred hard cheeses at room temperature.
• Chill soft and semi-hard cheeses before shredding.

CARE AND CLEANING

This product contains no user serviceable parts. Refer service to qualified service personnel.

Note: Do not attempt to sharpen the cutting edges of the chopping blade or slicing and shredding disk. They are permanently sharpened at the factory and will be ruined if sharpened.

CLEANING

Note: Before cleaning, be sure unit is turned off and cord is unplugged.

• Completely disassemble processor parts before washing.
• Rinse parts immediately after processing for easy cleanup.
  
  The slicing and shredding disk is very sharp. Use caution when handling and storing.
• Wipe base and feet with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly. Stubborn spots can be removed by rubbing with a damp cloth and a mild, nonabrasive cleaner. Do not immerse base in liquid.
• All removable parts can be washed by hand in hot water and dish soap or in a dishwasher. Hand washing of plastic parts will help to maintain the food processor's appearance.
• If washing in a dishwasher, place removable parts on top rack only—not in or near utensil basket.
• Clean the internal shaft of the chopping blade; use a baby bottle brush to remove any clogged food particles.

STORAGE

Place stem and blade into bowl. Invert lid and place disk on top.

NEED HELP?

For service, repair or any questions regarding your appliance, call the appropriate 800 number on cover of this book. Please DO NOT return the product to the place of purchase. Also, please DO NOT mail product back to manufacturer, nor bring it to a service center. You may also want to consult the website listed on the cover of this manual.

TWO-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

(Applies only in the United States and Canada)

For how long?

• Two years from the date of original purchase with proof of such purchase.

How do you get service?

• Save your receipt as proof of date of sale.
• Visit the online service website at www.prodprotect.com/blackanddecker, or call toll-free 1-800-465-6070, for general warranty service.
• If you need parts or accessories, please call 1-800-738-0245.

Customer Care Line: 1-800-465-6070
For online customer service: www.prodprotect.com/blackanddecker