The Cuisinart SmartPower Duet Blender/Food Processor (model BFP-703C) is a versatile kitchen appliance designed for household use, combining the functionalities of a blender and a food processor in one unit. It features a powerful motor base that can accommodate both a blender jar and a food processor work bowl, offering a wide range of food preparation tasks.
Function Description:
As a blender, the SmartPower Duet is engineered with seven speeds (Stir, Chop, Mix, Purée, Ice Crush, Food Processor, Pulse) to handle various blending tasks, from puréeing and mixing to crushing ice. It excels at making soups, salsas, frozen drinks, and baby foods. The "Ice Crush" button is specifically preset for crushing ice, while the "Food Processor" button is optimized for all food processing tasks. The Pulse function allows for quick bursts of power, useful for breaking apart larger food pieces, controlling texture, or starting blending without continuous power.
When configured as a food processor, the appliance can chop raw and cooked foods, including meats, to various consistencies. It features a reversible slicing/shredding disc and a feed tube, enabling the preparation of vegetables, fruits, and cheeses. The food processor attachment is designed for chopping, puréeing, mixing, slicing, and shredding.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Motor Base: Heavy-duty motor, strong enough for all blending tasks, including crushing ice without liquid. Backed by a three-year limited warranty.
- Blender Jar: 40 oz. (1.25L) glass jar with a dripless pour spout and a leakproof rubber gasket for secure operation.
- Blender Cover: Easy to use, press-on design with a tight-fitting seal to resist leakage.
- Measured Pour Lid: 2 oz. (50ml) capacity, allows for measuring and adding ingredients without removing the main cover.
- Blades: High-quality stainless steel cutting assembly with patented blades for the blender. Very sharp, requiring careful handling.
- Food Processor Work Bowl: Clear work bowl with a gearbox collar.
- Food Processor Blades/Discs: Stainless steel chopping blade for coarse to fine puréeing, and a reversible slicing/shredding disc for perfect slices. Very sharp, requiring careful handling.
- Food Pusher: Includes an oil dispenser for adding liquids during processing.
- Controls: 7-Speed Touch Pad Control with Indicator Lights (red LEDs) to show the selected speed. Buttons include Stir, Chop, Mix, Purée, Ice Crush, Food Processor, Pulse, On, and Off.
- Power Rating: Maximum rating of 350 watts (based on the jar attachment that draws the greatest power).
- Cord: Longer cord provided for flexibility, with a hidden cord storage compartment to keep countertops neat.
- Safety Features: Polarized plug, cover interlock mechanism for the food processor, slip-proof feet on the motor base.
Usage Features:
- Blender Assembly: Turn the blender jar upside down, position the rubber gasket, place the cutting assembly blade-end down, and secure with the locking ring (clockwise twist). Place the cover and measured pour lid on top. Position the assembled jar on the motor base.
- Blender Operation: Plug in the unit, press "ON," then select a desired speed (Stir, Chop, Mix, Purée, Ice Crush, Food Processor). The red LED lights indicate the active speed. To stop, press the selected speed button again (to return to ON mode) or "OFF" to deactivate. The "Pulse" button allows for intermittent operation at any speed.
- Adding Ingredients (Blender): Ingredients can be added during blending by lifting the measured pour lid. Liquid ingredients should be added first, followed by solids, for more consistent blending.
- Food Processor Assembly: Twist the work bowl onto the gearbox collar, then place the collar with the bowl onto the motor base. Insert the chopping blade or adapter stem with the slicing/shredding disc. Place the cover on the work bowl and twist clockwise to lock it. Insert food into the feed tube and use the food pusher.
- Food Processor Operation: Plug in the unit, press "ON," then press the "Food Processor" button for continuous operation. Use the "Pulse" button for pulse-chopping. The machine will not start unless the collar, work bowl, and cover are securely locked.
- Adding Ingredients (Food Processor): Liquids can be poured through the open feed tube while the machine is running, especially for mayonnaise or dressings (the pusher has a small hole for this). Small pieces of food can also be dropped through the feed tube.
- Safety Reminders: Never put hands into the blender jar/food processor work bowl when plugged in. Handle sharp blades carefully. Always operate with the cover in place. Do not leave unattended. Do not process boiling liquids or solid frozen foods (except ice cubes or small frozen fruit pieces) in the blender jar directly from a hot dishwasher or freezer; allow hot liquids to cool for 5 minutes. Do not use metal utensils.
- Overload Protection: If the motor stalls, turn OFF, unplug, remove some food, then continue.
Maintenance Features:
- Cleaning: Always unplug before cleaning. All parts are corrosion-resistant and easy to clean.
- Blender Parts: The blender jar, cover, measured pour lid, locking ring, cutting assembly, and rubber gasket are dishwasher safe (top rack for locking ring) or can be hand-washed in warm, soapy water.
- Food Processor Parts: The work bowl, cover, pusher, chopping blade, and slicing/shredding disc are top-shelf dishwasher safe. Hand-wash sharp blades carefully, avoiding leaving them in soapy water where they might be out of sight.
- Motor Base: Wipe clean with a damp cloth. Never submerge the motor base in water or other liquid, or place it in the dishwasher.
- Gearbox Collar (Food Processor): Not immersible; wipe clean with a damp cloth.
- Storage: Store sharp blades and discs out of reach of children. Use the hidden cord storage compartment for excess cord. Do not store food or liquids in the blender jar or food processor work bowl.
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