More convenient than ever, the Cuisinart Elite collection 4-cup
chopper/grinder effortlessly handles a variety of food
preparation tasks such as chopping, grinding and pureeing. The
smartpower blade has a patented auto-reversing ability with a
sharp edge for delicate chopping and pureeing soft foods, while
the blunt edge grinds through spices and harder foods.
Additionally, the revolutionary bladelock system feature keeps
the blade secure during processing and pouring. Small enough to
keep on the counter, the 4-cup work is the ideal size for
many food prep tasks. The handle, touchpad controls, and
dishwasher safe parts make it even more convenient to operate and
clean. It's cutting-edge food prep from Cuisinart.
From the Manufacturer
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In 1973, Cuisinart expanded the potential of every American
kitchen with the introduction of the food processor. Now, the
folks who revolutionized the way you cook are back with a
collection that takes power and innovation to the next level.
The Cuisinart Elite Chopper/Grinder handles a variety of food
preparation tasks, such as chopping, grinding, pureeing,
emulsifying, and blending. The 4 cup capacity holds enough
ingredients to perform all your basic food prep tasks. The
patented SmartPower auto-reversing blade features an incredibly
sharp edge for delicate chopping and pureeing soft foods. The
reverse edge is blunt, to grind through spices and harder foods.
And the exclusive BladeLock System enables the blade to lock into
the , so you can now pour ingredients out of the without
first having to remove the blade. The powerful high-speed motor
works hard and fast to accomplish small jobs with ease. Chop
s, onions or garlic; grind spices or hard cheese; puree baby
foods; blend homemade mayo and flavored butter -- all in one
compact machine that is small enough to keep on the counter. You
have virtually unlimited options with the Cuisinart Elite
Collection Chopper/Grinder.
Features* Convenient Size, Compact Design: Small enough to keep
on the counter, the 4-cup work is the ideal size for many
food prep tasks. The handle, touchpad controls, and the
dishwasher safe parts make it even more convenient to operate and
clean.
* Optimum Safety: No need to remove the blade after processing!
The exclusive BladeLock System secures the blade in place for
easy user-friendly pouring. Pour all you like -- these blades
aren’t going anywhere. The patented blade system saves you the
time and hassle of removing them before pouring out those
potentially messy soups and sauces.
* Simplicity: The Chop/Grind touchpad controls and patented
auto-reversing SmartPower blade offer powerful processing options
at the touch of a button.
Tips for Better Food Processing Food size: Always cut large
pieces of food into smaller pieces of even size -- about 1/2 an
inch -- to produce a uniform chop. fill: Do not overload
the work ; processed food should not reach more than
two-thirds of the way up the work . Please note: because of
the powerful motor, it is recommended to use one hand to support
the chopper/grinder during operation. Chop vs. Grind: Use the
Chop function for chopping, pureeing and mixing. It is the right
choice, for example, for chopping soft, fragile food such as
s, celery, onions, garlic and most cheeses. It is also the
right choice for pureeing cooked vegetables, making mayonnaise,
and mixing salad dressing. Use the Grind function for grinding
spices, and for chopping hard foods such as peppercorns, ,
chocolate and nuts. Pulse vs. Continuous-hold: Pulsing is best
when you are using the chop function. Two or three pulses are
often enough. Be sure to check the food frequently to prevent
over processing. If you over-process, you are likely to get a
watery paste instead of a fine chop. A continuous-hold is best
when you are using the grind function. Depending on the food, you
may have to operate the unit for several seconds to achieve the
desired results -- or as long as 20 seconds for some . When
operating in continuous-hold, use a pulse action every 10 seconds
to allow food to drop to the bottom of the work . This
provides more consistent results. Never operate the unit
continuously for longer than one minute at a time. Adding
liquid: You can add liquids such as water, oil or flavoring while
the machine is running. For example, you might want to add oil
when making mayonnaise or salad dressing, or you could add
vanilla or alcohol when making frozen yogurt. Pour the liquid
through one of the two openings in the cover. Please note: only
add liquid through one opening at a time. The other opening must
be left unobstructed to allow air to escape. If both opening are
blocked, liquid cannot flow smoothly into the . Removing
food from the sides of the : Occasionally food will stick to
the sides of the as you process. Stop the machine to clear
the food away. Once the blade has stopped, remove the cover and
use the included spatula to scrape the food from the sides of the
back into the center. Do not put hands into unless unit
is unplugged.
Quick Start Guide * Place the work firmly on the motor
base. Opening the at the back of the must face column at the
back of the Chopper/Grinder. Turn counterclockwise to lock
in place.
* Insert the blade assembly. Carefully pick up the blade by its
hub and place on the center stem until it drops to the bottom of
the stem. Firmly push to lock the blade into position. NEVER
TOUCH THE BLADE ITSELF AND NOTE THE BLADE IS NOT PERMANENTLY
LOCKED.
* Place food in the work . Be sure the food is cut into small
pieces, and the is not overloaded.
* Lock the cover into position.
* Press the appropriate Chop or Grind control, depending on the
food you are processing.
* When you have finished processing the food, stop the machine by
releasing the control button.
* ONCE THE BLADE STOPS MOVING, unplug the unit.
* Remove cover and work
* * Turn work cover clockwise to remove.
* Turn work clockwise to unlock and lift lid off base.
Note: thicker ingredients can be removed while work is
still on base.
* To remove liquids and sauces from : simply pour ingredients
out of work . The convenient BladeLock System keeps the blade
safely in place.
* To remove thicker ingredients from : Carefully remove the
blade assembly by holding the handle on the top of the sheath and
gently pulling up to disengage blade lock. Remove food with
spatula.
Tips: Always process foods in order, from dry to wet, to avoid
having to clean and blade between each task. Never operate
the Cuisinart Elite Collection Chopper/Grinder without
ingredients in the work .
The BladeLock System Cleaning and Storage To simplify cleaning,
rinse the work , cover, and blade immediately after each use.
Wash blade assembly, work , cover, and spatula in warm soapy
water. Rinse and dry. Use caution when washing the blade.
Make Hummus in Minutes Avoid leaving the blade in soapy water
where it may disappear from . The work , cover, blade
assembly, and spatula can be washed on the top rack of a
dishwasher. Wipe the motor base clean with a damp sponge or
cloth. Dry it immediately. Never submerge the motor base or plug
in water or other liquid. The Cuisinart Elite Collection
Chopper/Grinder stores neatly on the countertop in a minimum of
space. When it is not in use, be sure to leave it unplugged. The
hidden cord storage underneath the motor base will help to keep
excess cord off the countertop. Store the unit assembled to
prevent loss of parts. Store the blades out of reach of children.
- 4-cup chopper/grinder with simple touchpad control panel.
- Auto-reversing SmartPower blade provides sharp edge and blunt edge.
- BladeLock system keeps blade securely in place for safety.
- Spatula and recipe/instruction book included; dishwasher-safe parts.
- Measures 5-4/5 by 6-1/2 by 9-1/5 inches; limited 18-month warranty.