Starfrit Food Chopper User Guide

Starfrit Food Chopper

General description

1. Lid
2. Silicone ring
3. Food scraper
4. Upper blade
5. Lower blade
6. Bowl
7. Safety interlock
8. Control buttons
9. Base
10. Cord storage

OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

READ THE BELOW INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE 

WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, serious personal injury, and/or property damage:

1. To protect against electric shock, do not immerse, the power cord, plug, or product in water or expose it to other liquids.
2. Keep the appliance out of the reach of children and pets. This product is not intended for use by children. Close adult supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children. Do not leave the product unattended while it is in use.
3. Do not operate the product if it has a damaged power cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Do not attempt to examine or repair this product yourself. Please call the customer service number provided in this user manual.
4. Always unplug the appliance from the electrical outlet when not in use, before changing parts, cleaning, or moving the appliance. To disconnect, switch control to OFF “O.” Pull directly on the plug – do not pull on the power cord.
5. Do not plug or unplug the product into/from the electrical outlet with a wet hand.
6. Connect the power plug to an easily accessible outlet so that the appliance can be unplugged immediately in the event of an emergency.
7. Do not use attachments not recommended or not sold by the product manufacturer.
8. Do not use with programmable devices.
9. This product is intended for indoor, non-commercial use. Do not use it outdoors or for any other purpose.
10. Do not use the appliance for anything other than its intended use.
11. Do not allow the power cord to hang (e.g., over the edge of a table or counter) or touch hot surfaces.
12. Do not place the product on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven or microwave oven.
13. Always use the chopper on a flat, level, stable surface. Do not move the chopper while it is in use.
14. The blades are sharp and must be handled with care.
15. Make sure the blade and the bowl are securely placed before locking the lid into the base.
16. Do not attempt to remove the bowl from the base while in use.
17. Do not operate the appliance for more than 2 minutes continuously. Allow the appliance to rest between each use.
18. Do not operate the chopper if empty.
19. Do not operate with hot food, always allow food to cool down.
20. To avoid injuries, do not place the blade assembly directly on the motorized base. Always place the cup and blade assembly onto the motorized base.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

POLARIZED PLUG:
This appliance is equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety feature to reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this feature or modify the plug in any way. If the plug fits loosely into the AC outlet or if the AC outlet feels warm, do not use that outlet.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:
A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

AN EXTENSION CORD MAY BE USED IF CARE IS EXERCISED IN THEIR USE:

• Minimize the risk of overheating by using the shortest UL or ETL-listed cord possible.
• The marked electrical rating must be at least as great as that of the product.
• Never use a single extension cord to operate more than one appliance.
• Arrange the longer cord so that it will not drape over a countertop or tabletop where it can be tripped over, snagged, or pulled on unintentionally (especially by children).
• DO NOT alter the plug. DO NOT attempt to defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

BEFORE FIRST USE

WARNING:
Blades are sharp and handled with care. Do not plug the appliance into an electrical outlet before it’s ready to be used.

NOTE:
Remove all parts & accessories and dispose of packaging.

1. Unscrew the lid from the base and carefully remove the silicone gasket.
2. Wash all removable parts & accessories in hot soapy water and dry them thoroughly or place them in the dishwasher.
   NOTE:
   Do not immerse the motorized base or the power cord in water or any other liquids.
3. Wipe the motorized base with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly.
4. Insert the gasket back into the groove of the lid. Ensure the gasket is securely in place by pressing all around.

TIPS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

NOTE:
For best results read the following tips:

• Do not fill the bowl too much.
• Do not attempt to chop firm food such as grind meat or mix dough.
• Do not process hot food or liquids.
• Cut fruits and vegetables into small pieces.
• Place ingredients in the following order: Liquids, frozen ingredients, and fresh ingredients.
• If the blade stops spinning, unplug the appliance immediately. Mix the food in the bowl. If the blade is still obstructed add some liquid or reduce the solid food.

SPEED CONTROL

• Use the PULSE control to crush ice or frozen fruits into small pieces. Hold the speed control to PULSE for short bursts. Then turn the variable speed control to the right to obtain the desired consistency.
• Use the PULSE control to grind coffee beans, nuts, and whole spices.
• Use a low speed to obtain a thick, chunky texture.
• Use a high speed for a creamy, smooth texture.

BLADES

The blade has 2 parts, a lower and an upper part.

• Use only the lower part (2 blades) for coarse chopping.
• Use the lower part and upper part (4 blades) for fine chopping and pureeing.
  NOTE:
  Use 4 blades to have a faster result.

BLADE ASSEMBLY

WARNING:
The blades are sharp, please handle them with care.

The upper blades can be detached from the lower blades, for all kinds of chopping needs.

1. Align the two parts and turn according to the locking symbol.
2. Lock the upper part in place by pulling the part up and turning in the other direction.

TO USE

1. Put the desired blade (2 or 4 blades) in the bowl. (P.2 Fig.3)
2. Put the desired ingredients in the bowl.
   NOTE:
   Cut the fruits/vegetables into small pieces.
3. Place the food scraper in the bowl. (P.2 Fig.6)
4. Place the lid on the base and lock the lid by following the symbol on the base. Make sure the lid is securely locked before operating. (P.2 Fig.8 and Fig.9)
   CAUTION:
   The appliance has a locking mechanism that prevents the appliance from operating or the blade from turning if the lid is not securely attached to the base.
5. Plug the appliance into a standard 120-volt AC electrical outlet.
6. Select the desired speed control. Hold the speed control to PULSE for short bursts if processing ice or frozen fruits/vegetables. For continuous blending, turn the variable speed control to obtain the desired speed.
   WARNING:
   Do not operate the appliance for more than two minutes continuously.
7. Use the food scraper when the appliance is chopping to make sure no food sticks to the walls of the bowl.
8. Turn OFF “O” the appliance and unplug from the electrical outlet when done chopping.
9. Remove the lid from the motorized base.
10. Pour the mixture into a bowl or use it as you want in your recipe.
11. Clean parts and accessories immediately after each use.

CLEANING AND CARE

WARNING:
Ensure the appliance is unplugged from the electrical outlet and the blade has stopped turning before handling or cleaning the appliance.

1. Disassemble all parts & accessories.
   NOTE:
   Remove the silicone gasket only if necessary.
2. Wash in hot, soapy water or place in the dishwasher. Wash after each use.
   NOTE:
   Do not place the motorized base or cord in a dishwasher
3. Dry all the parts & accessories thoroughly.
4. Wipe the motorized base with a soft, damp cloth and dry thoroughly.
5. Reassemble the chopper for compact storage. Ensure the silicone gasket is properly in place.
6. For safe storage, always store the blades in the bowl.
   WARNING:
   Blades are sharp and handled with care while cleaning. Use a brush to clean the blades to avoid injuries. Do not touch blades with bare hands.

WARRANTY

1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY.
This warranty covers any defects in materials and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of the original purchase. Please retain your original receipt as proof of the purchase date. Any complaints must be registered within the warranty period. The product will be repaired, replaced (parts including blades or entire appliance), or refunded at our sole discretion. Shipping charges may apply.

This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from any of the following:
Negligent use or misuse of the product including failure to clean the product regularly, use for commercial purposes, accident, use on improper voltage or current, and use contrary to the operating instructions, disassembly, repair, or alteration by anyone other than a STARFRIT authorized service agent.

Stains, discoloration, and minor scratches on the inside and outside of the utensil constitute normal use, do not affect performance, and are not covered by this warranty. Decisions as to the cause of damage are the responsibility of HERITAGE. All decisions will be final.

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