Food Network 70403 - User Manual

STYLE #70403
PART #840181200
instruction and recipe booklet
mini processor/chopper
3-cup

Summary

Important Safeguards

Other Consumer Safety Information

Short Power Supply Cord Information

Details on using the appliance's power cord to minimize hazards.

Polarized Plug

Explanation of the polarized plug and how to ensure safe electrical connection.

Parts & Features

Operating Instructions

How to Assemble Bowl on Base

Step-by-step guide for correctly attaching the food bowl to the appliance base.

How to Assemble Cover on Bowl

Instructions for securing the cover onto the food bowl before operation.

Use

Controls

Explanation of the appliance's ON/OFF/HIGH and PULSE/LOW speed buttons.

How to Chop in Bowl

Step-by-step guide for using the S-blade to chop ingredients in the food bowl.

How to Slice or Shred

Instructions for using the reversible disk for slicing and shredding food.

How to Use the Oil Dispenser

Guide on how to add oil through the dispenser for dressings and sauces.

Food Guide

Care & Cleaning

Cleaning

Instructions for washing the appliance parts and wiping the body.

Storage

Guidance on how to store the slicer/shredder disk shaft and blade.

Warranty & Customer Service

Customer Service

Information on how to contact customer service for inquiries and support.

Limited Warranty

Details of the product's warranty terms, limitations, and consumer rights.

Recipes

Summer Salsa

Recipe for a fresh summer salsa using the mini processor.

Goat Cheese Nut Log with Chile

Recipe for a goat cheese log with nuts and chile, prepared with the processor.

Spicy Shrimp, Celery and Cashew Stir-Fry

Recipe for a spicy stir-fry featuring shrimp, celery, and cashews.

Fresh Green Chutney

Recipe for a fresh green chutney, ideal for grilled meats and sandwiches.

Basic Vinaigrette

Recipe for a simple basic vinaigrette dressing made with the processor.

Chicken Curry

Recipe for a flavorful chicken curry dish prepared using the processor.

Penne with Pesto

Recipe for penne pasta with a homemade pesto sauce prepared in the processor.

Spicy Carrot Sambal

Recipe for a spicy carrot sambal, a great accompaniment to various dishes.

Notes

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Important Safeguards
3. Technical Specifications
4. Usage Features
5. Operating Instructions
6. Food Guide (Processing Instructions)
7. Maintenance Features (Care & Cleaning)
8. Warranty & Customer Service

The Food Network 3-cup mini processor/chopper is a versatile kitchen appliance designed for various food preparation tasks, including chopping, mincing, pureeing, slicing, and shredding. It is intended for indoor household use.

Function Description:

This mini food processor serves as a kitchen workhorse, capable of handling a range of ingredients from herbs and garlic to nuts, vegetables, and even some liquids. It can chop vegetables for soups, shred carrots for slaw, puree chickpeas for hummus, and create creamy sauces like mayonnaise or ranch dressing. It's also useful for making breadcrumbs, compound butters, tapenades, bruschetta toppings, gazpacho, guacamole, glazes, frostings, and crumb toppings for various desserts.

Important Safeguards:

The manual emphasizes several safety precautions to ensure safe operation. Users should read all instructions before use. To prevent electrical shock, the base, cord, or plug should never be immersed in water or other liquids. Close supervision is required when the appliance is used by or near children. The unit must be unplugged when not in use, before assembling or disassembling parts, and before cleaning. Users should avoid contact with moving parts and never operate the appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or if it malfunctions or is damaged. The manufacturer's customer service should be contacted for repairs. Only manufacturer-recommended attachments should be used to prevent fire, electric shock, or injury. The appliance is not for outdoor use. The cord should not hang over the edge of a table or counter or touch hot surfaces. Food should never be fed into the chute by hand; the food pusher must always be used. Blades and disks are sharp and should be handled carefully and stored out of reach of children. The blade or disk must come to a complete stop before removing the cover. Hands and utensils should be kept away from moving blades and disks during processing. A rubber scraper can be used only when the processor is not running. The cutting blade or disks should never be placed on the base without the bowl properly in place. The cover must be securely locked before operation, and users should not attempt to defeat the cover interlock mechanism. Blades and disks should be inserted or removed using the provided finger holes.

Technical Specifications:

• Capacity: 3 cups (for liquid ingredients, do not exceed the MAX LIQUID FILL line on the food bowl).
• Power Cord: Short power supply cord to reduce hazards of tangling or tripping. An approved extension cord can be used if necessary, provided its electrical rating is equal to or greater than the appliance's rating.
• Plug Type: Polarized plug (one blade wider than the other) for electric shock reduction. If the plug does not fit, it should be reversed. Modification of the plug is not recommended.
• Model/Style Number: STYLE #70403
• Part Number: #840181200

Usage Features:

The mini processor/chopper includes several parts and features:

• Food Pusher: Used to guide food into the chute.
• Slicer/Shredder Disk Shaft: Supports the reversible disk.
• Food Chute: Opening for adding food during processing.
• Slicer/Shredder Disk Shaft Storage: Located on the cover for convenient storage.
• Cover: Locks onto the food bowl.
• Reversible Slicer/Shredder Disk: Offers both slicing and shredding functions ("slice" side up for slicing, "shred" side up for shredding).
• S-Blade: Used for chopping, mincing, and pureeing.
• Food Bowl: The main processing container with a 3-cup capacity and a MAX LIQUID FILL line.
• Controls:
  • ON/OFF/HIGH Speed button: Continuous ON function; pushed again to turn OFF.
  • PULSE/LOW Speed button: Operates in pulse mode, running only while held down.
• Center Column: Connects the blade/disk to the motor.
• Base: Houses the motor and controls.

Operating Instructions:

1. Assembly:
   • Ensure the unit is off and unplugged.
   • Place the food bowl onto the base and turn it in the direction of the arrow to lock.
   • Place the desired blade (S-blade) or disk (slicer/shredder disk with shaft) into the food bowl.
   • Ensure the groove inside the cover is clean.
   • Place the cover onto the food bowl and turn it clockwise to lock. Interlock tabs on both sides of the cover ensure secure placement.
   • Plug in the unit.
   • Food can be placed in the bowl before locking the cover or added through the food chute.
2. Chopping (using S-blade):
   • Place the S-blade in the food bowl.
   • Add food.
   • Place and lock the cover.
   • Use the food pusher while chopping.
   • Turn off and unplug when finished.
3. Slicing or Shredding (using reversible disk):
   • Place the slicer/shredder disk shaft into the food bowl.
   • Place the reversible disk onto the shaft with the desired side ("slice" or "shred") facing up.
   • Place and lock the cover.
   • Do not use this processor to process meats.
4. Oil Dispenser:
   • For salad dressings/sauces, pour up to 2 tablespoons of oil slowly through the oil dispenser while processing. This helps in the emulsion of ingredients.
   • Do not exceed the MAX LIQUID FILL line.

Food Guide (Processing Instructions):

• Bread Crumbs: Tear up to 3 bread slices into 6 pieces.
• Parmesan Cheese: Cut into ½-inch cubes. Process up to 1½ cups of cubes at a time.
• Cookie Crumbs: Break into 1-inch pieces. Process up to 2 cups of pieces at a time.
• Chopped Fruit: Cut into chunks. Process up to 2 cups at a time.
• Minced Garlic: Peel and process up to 10 cloves at a time.
• Graham Cracker Crumbs: Break into 4 pieces. Process up to 6 crackers at a time.
• Chopped Herbs (basil, sage, etc.): Process up to 1 cup at a time.
• Chopped Nuts: Process up to 1 cup at a time.
• Chopped or Minced Parsley: Pinch off sprigs from bunch.
• Chopped or Minced Vegetables: Cut into 1-inch chunks. Process up to 2 cups at a time.

Maintenance Features (Care & Cleaning):

1. Cleaning:
   • Turn off and unplug the unit.
   • Wash the bowl, cover, food pusher, S-blade, slicer/shredder disk, and slicer/shredder disk shaft in hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry. These parts are top-rack dishwasher safe.
   • Wipe the body of the unit with a damp cloth.
2. Storage:
   • The slicer/shredder disk shaft can be stored on the cover.
   • The slicer/shredder disk and S-blade can be stored in the food bowl.

Warranty & Customer Service:

• Limited Warranty: One (1) year from the date of original purchase for Food Network products, covering defects in material and workmanship. The manufacturer will repair, replace, or refund the purchase price at its option. Proof of purchase is required.
• Exclusions: The warranty does not cover glass parts, glass containers, cutter/strainer, blades, agitators, seals, gaskets, clutches, and/or motor brushes. It also does not cover defects resulting from abuse, misuse, neglect, commercial use, or use not in conformity with printed directions.
• Customer Service Number (U.S.): 1-800-747-6710. Users are advised to have the model, series, and type numbers ready when calling.

The manual also includes a "Note from Food Network" section with tips for mini-processor perfection and several recipes to guide users in making the most of their appliance.

Food Network 70403 Specifications

General

Brand	Food Network
Model	70403
Category	Food Processor
Language	English