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Summarization of Contents
IMPORTANT SERVICE WORKPLACE SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard
Critical safety warning regarding electrical shock during servicing.
SERVICE ENVIRONMENT
Workplace Requirements
Guidelines for maintaining a dry, sanitary, and well-illuminated workplace during servicing.
PERSONAL PROTECTION
Technician Safety Gear
Mandatory safety gear for technicians, including protective eyewear.
ELECTRICAL CONSIDERATIONS
Electrical Safety Practices
Procedures for safe electrical handling, grounding, and ESD protection.
Electrical Requirements
Power Supply Specifications
Details on voltage, frequency, grounding, and plug requirements for the appliance.
WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard
Mandatory safety instructions for preventing electrical shock.
List of Tools Required
Essential Tools
List of necessary hand tools for servicing the food processor.
Assisting Equipment
Recommended equipment to aid in the servicing process.
Testing the Food Processor
Electrical Testing Procedures
Methods for testing electrical components using a volt/ohm meter.
Functionality Testing
Steps to test switches, speed selections, and safety interlocks.
Safety Switch Testing
Work Bowl Interlock Verification
How to check the proper operation of the bowl and lid safety interlock system.
Safety Switch Resistance Test
Measuring resistance to determine the functionality of the safety switch.
Service Procedures
WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard
Crucial warning to unplug the unit before commencing any service.
Component Access (Housing Base Removal)
Procedure to gain access to internal components by removing the housing base.
Component Access (Housing Base Removal)
Remove Housing Base
Steps to remove the four feet and housing base screws.
Power Cord Replacement
Instruction to replace damaged power cords immediately.
Component Access (Housing Base Removal)
Remove Power Cord
Steps to loosen screws and disconnect power wires for cord removal.
Remove Speed Sensor
Procedure to remove the speed sensor attached to the motor.
Component Access (Housing Base Removal)
Remove Filler Panel
How to detach the filler panel near the slicing adjustment knob.
Remove Slicing Disc Adjustment Knob
Steps to pry and remove the slicing disc adjustment knob.
Remove Motor Screws
Instructions to remove six screws securing the motor to the lower housing.
Component Access (Housing Base Removal)
Remove Control Board Screws
How to remove four screws holding the PCB (control board) in place.
Remove Motor and Control Board Assembly
The motor and control board are removed together as one unit.
Component Access (Housing Base Removal)
Remove Control Panel
How to detach the control panel by releasing clips.
Reassembly of Food Processor
Reassemble Motor and Control Board
Aligning gears and lowering the motor/control board assembly, avoiding wire pinching.
Reassembly of Food Processor
Replace Motor Screws
Reinstalling the six motor screws to secure the motor.
Replace Control Board
Positioning the control board and reattaching its four screws.
Replace Speed Sensor
Reinstalling the speed sensor onto the top of the motor.
Reassembly of Food Processor
Route and Connect Cord Wires
Connecting black/white wires (or brown/blue for international models) and tightening screws.
Replace Lower Housing
Attaching the lower housing and securing it with four Phillips head screws.
Replace Feet
Pressing the four feet back into place on the lower housing.
Reassembly of Food Processor
Replace Slicing Disc Sleeve
Pressing the slicing disc sleeve onto the motor shaft, using a towel for protection.
Testing for Pinched Wires
Performing Dielectric and Hi-Pot tests to check for pinched wires.
Test Safety Switches
Verifying the proper operation of the work bowl and lid safety switches.
Appendix A
Tools Required for Food Processor Service
Detailed list and images of hand tools necessary for repair.
Appendix B
Problem Guide
Troubleshooting guide correlating problems with causes and solutions.
Appendix C
13-cup Food Processor Screw Torques
Specific torque values for screws used in assembly and disassembly.
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