Cuisinart FPC-100 Instruction Manual
INSTRUCTION
BOOKLET
Cuisinart® CompleteChef™ Cooking Food Processor
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
FPC-100
IMPORTANT
UNPACKING
INSTRUCTIONS
This package contains a Cuisinart®
CompleteChef™ Cooking Food Processor
and accessories:
Motor Housing Base, Stainless Steel Work
Bowl, Cooking Lid, Food Processor Lid with 3
Pushers & interlock, Accessory Storage Case,
Dicing Kit, Spatula and Instruction Book.
CAUTION: THE CUTTING TOOLS HAVE
VERY SHARP EDGES.
To avoid injury when unpacking the parts,
please follow these instructions.
1. Place the box on a low table or on the floor
next to the kitchen counter where you
intend to keep the Cooking Food Processor.
Be sure the box is right-side up.
2. Open top flaps – there will be a rectangular
block of packing material that holds the
processor parts, each fitted into a cavity.
3. Remove the Spatula/Instruction Book.
4. Lift out the first layer of packing material.
5. Remove the Stainless Steel Bowl, Food
Processor Lid and Dicing Kit and place
them on the counter or table.
6. Lift out the second layer of packing
material.
7. Remove the Accessory Storage Case and
Motor Housing Base and place them on
the counter or table.
8. Assemble the Stainless Steel Work Bowl
on the Base by grasping bowl handles and
guiding it down into the locked position.
9. Always read the Instruction Booklet
thoroughly before using your Cooking
Food Processor.
10. When ready to use your machine, select
the suitable lid, unlock the Accessory
Storage Case, lift the cover and remove the
clamshell, the Chopping Blade, Dough
Blade, Stirring Paddle, Whisk, Stem Adapter,
Adjustable Slicing Disc, and Reversible
Shredding Disc from each cavity.
CAREFULLY REMOVE THE METAL
CHOPPING BLADE BY GRASPING
THE CENTER HUB AND LIFTING IT
STRAIGHT UP. NEVER TOUCH THE
BLADES, AS THEY ARE RAZOR SHARP.
CAREFULLY REMOVE THE ADJUSTABLE
SLICING DISC BY USING THE PLASTIC
HUB. DO NOT TOUCH THE BLADE,
AS IT IS VERY SHARP.
Carefully remove the Slicing Disc and
Shredding Disc by holding the plastic hub.
Remember to lock the parts in the Storage
Case when not in use.
11. To use the Dicing Kit, unlock the Dicing
Case, lift the cover and remove the
clamshell to access the dicing Cutting
Disc, Dicing Grid and Cleaning Tool.
CAREFULLY REMOVE THE DICING
CUTTING DISC BY USING THE PLASTIC
HUB. DO NOT TOUCH THE BLADE,
AS IT IS VERY SHARP.
12. Save the shipping cartons and plastic foam
blocks. You will find them very useful if you
need to repack the processor for moving or
other shipment.
NOTE: We recommend that you visit our
website, www.cuisinart.com for a fast, efficient
way to complete your product registration.
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IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
Always follow these safety precautions when
using this appliance.
Getting Ready
1. Read all instructions.
2. Blades and discs are sharp. Handle them
carefully.
3. Turn the appliance OFF, then unplug from
the outlet when not in use, before assembling
or disassembling parts and before cleaning.
To unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the
outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
4. Do not use outdoors.
5. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or
counter, or touch hot surfaces.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged
cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions,
or is dropped or damaged in any manner.
Contact the manufacturer at their customer
service telephone number for information on
examination, repair, or adjustment.
Operation
1. Keep hands, as well as spatulas and other
utensils, away from moving blades or discs
while processing food to prevent the possibility
of severe personal injury or damage to food
processor. A plastic scraper may be used,
but only when the food processor motor
is stopped.
2. Avoid coming into contact with moving parts.
Never push food down by hand when slicing
or shredding. Always use pusher.
3. Make sure motor has completely stopped
before removing cover. (If machine does not
stop within 4 seconds after you remove the
bowl cover assembly, call 1-800-762-0190
for assistance. Do not use the machine.)
4. Never store any blade or disc on motor shaft.
To reduce the risk of injury, no blade or disc
should be placed on the shaft except when
the bowl is properly locked in place and the
processor is in use. Store blades and discs out
of reach of children.
5. Be sure cover is securely locked in place before
operating food processor.
6. Never try to override or tamper with cover
interlock mechanism.
Cleaning
To protect against risk of electric shock,
do not put base in water or other liquids.
General
1. This appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they are closely supervised and instructed
concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety. Close supervision
is necessary when any appliance is used by or
near children. Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
2. Do not operate this, or any other motor-driven
appliance, while under the influence of alcohol
or other substances that affect your reaction
time or perception.
This food processor is UL listed for household
3.
Use it only for food preparation or cooking as
described in the accompanying recipes and
instruction book. Do not use this appliance for
anything but its intended use.
4. The use of attachments not recommended
or sold by Cuisinart may cause fire, electric
shock or personal injury, or damage to your
food processor.
5. To avoid possible malfunction of work bowl
switch, never store processor with cover
assembly in locked position.
6. Maximum rating of 1550 watts is based
on the cooking and stirring functions,
which draw the greatest current.
Other recommended attachments may
draw significantly less current.
7. Do not operate your appliance in an appliance
garage or under a wall cabinet. When storing
in an appliance garage, always unplug the
unit from the electrical outlet. Not doing
so could create a risk of fire, especially if the
appliance touches the walls of the garage or
the door touches the unit as it closes.
NOTICE: Do not fill the bowl above the
marked maximum fill line (or rated capacity)
to avoid risk of injury due to damage to the
cover or bowl.
use.
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WARNING: RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK
The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated, dangerous
voltage within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of fire or electric
shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to the presence
of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions
in the literature accompanying
appliance.
NOTICE
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is
wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric
shock, this plug will fit into a polarized outlet
only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into
the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,
contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the
plug in any way.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD
USE ONLY
WARNING
RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REPAIR SHOULD BE DONE BY AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY
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DO NOT OPEN
CONTENTS
IMPORTANT UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................. 2
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ...................................................................................................... 3
INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................................... 6
Food Processor Parts and Accessories .....................................................................................7
Cooking Parts and Accessories .................................................................................................. 9
Control Panel ............................................................................................................................. 11
Getting Started/Setup ............................................................................................................... 12
PREPPING ..................................................................................................................................13
Food Processor Assembly ........................................................................................................13
Food Processor Functions and Presets .................................................................................... 15
Start Prepping ............................................................................................................................ 16
Setting Time & Speed ................................................................................................................19
COOKING .................................................................................................................................. 22
Cook Assembly .......................................................................................................................... 22
Cooking Functions and Presets ................................................................................................ 24
Start Cooking ............................................................................................................................. 25
USING RECIPES ....................................................................................................................... 27
CLEANING, MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT ........................................................................ 36
For Your Safety .......................................................................................................................... 37
Technical Data ...........................................................................................................................37
Troubleshooting .........................................................................................................................37
Warranty Information ................................................................................................................. 40
CHARTS AND GUIDES
Dicing Guide ..............................................................................................................................18
Food Processor Functions Chart .............................................................................................. 19
Food Processor Max Capacity Chart .......................................................................................20
Food Processor User Guide ...................................................................................................... 21
Cooking Functions Guide ..........................................................................................................25
Temperature Chart .....................................................................................................................25
Recipe Lists ...............................................................................................................................28
Steaming Chart .......................................................................................................................... 35
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INTRODUCTION
Introducing the Cuisinart® CompleteChefTM Cooking Food Processor
Congratulations on choosing one of the most innovative and versatile kitchen appliances
Cuisinart has ever made. Get ready to have fun discovering everything you can do in this one
incredible machine!
A Brand-New Classic
We’ve added a new twist to the classic Cuisinart
can prep ingredients and cook them right in one big stainless steel work bowl. And we’re not
talking just about a low-heat simmer. The Cuisinart
has a wide temperature range to cook all of your favorite dishes. We’ve even programmed a great
collection of recipes with step-by-step instructions to make cooking a breeze!
MAIN PARTS
1. Stainless Steel Work Bowl
Extra-large, 18-cup capacity –
ideal for family meals and entertaining.
2. Motor Housing Base
Heavy-duty construction.
3. ON/OFF Switch
Powers unit ON and OFF.
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Food Processor you’ve always loved. Now you
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CompleteChef™ Cooking Food Processor
4. USB Port with Cover
Use when a software or recipe update
is required. Go to www.cuisinart.com/
shopping/appliances/foodprocessors/
FPC-100 for more information.
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FOOD PROCESSOR PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
5. Food Processor Lid
Transparent lid with Wide Mouth
Feed Tube
6. 3-Part Pusher Assembly
The Small Pusher (6a) sits inside the
Medium Pusher (6b), which sits inside
the Large Pusher (6c), allowing you to
accommodate ingredients of all sizes.
The Large Pusher lock can be pulled out
to lock the Large Pusher, and pushed in to
unlock it. This feature should be used when
processing heavy loads or dicing.
7. Adjustable Slicing Disc
The versatile disc adjusts to create perfect
1mm to 7mm slices.
8. Reversible Shredding Disc
Provides the option of either fine or
coarse shredding.
9. Stem Adapter
For use with Slicing/Shredding Discs
and Dicing Kit.
10. Metal Chopping Blade
This heavy-duty stainless steel blade
effortlessly processes a variety of foods.
The BladeLock System keeps the blade
in place for optimal ease when pouring.
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11. Dough Blade
Designed to gently knead all types of dough.
12. Whisk
Whips up voluminous creams and
perfect meringues.
13. Accessory Storage Case
This convenient storage case with safety
lock holds all of the blades and discs.
14. Dicing Kit
For use with Food Processor Lid and
Stem Adapter.
a. Dicing Disc
Cuts food as it is pushed through grid.
b. Dicing Grid
Positions food to be cut into perfect
squares.
c. Dicing Grid Cleaning Tool
Removes food trapped in dicing grid.
d. Dicing Storage Case
Safely stores all the parts of the Dicing
Kit and stacks onto Accessory Storage
Case to store.
NOTE: When using the Dicing Kit, the
Stem Adapter (pg. 7) is required.
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COOKING PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
15. Cooking Lid
With glass view and steam release vent.
a. Steam Cap
Remove or adjust for more or less steam.
16. Stirring Paddle
Designed to automatically stir
ingredients as you cook.
17. Steam Basket
Place in Work Bowl to cook vegetables,
fish, shrimp, eggs...and more.
18. Funnel
Use the Funnel to easily add ingredients to
Work Bowl before or during cooking.
19. Spatula
Removes every last bit of ingredients from
Work Bowl.
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ACCESSORY
STORAGE CASE
Operating the Lock
To unlock, turn counterclockwise. Gently lift up
the transparent cover. Do not force the cover
open when the knob is in the locked position.
To lock, gently close the cover and turn the
knob clockwise.
Inserting Accessories
The Accessory Storage Case holds the
Whisk on the peg in the back of the case,
the Stirring Paddle, Stem Adapter, Dough
Blade (upside down) on the middle peg, and
the Metal Chopping Blade on the front peg.
The Adjustable Slicing Disc goes in the slot
on the right; the reversible shredding disc
goes in the left slot.
Carefully hold discs by center hub when inserting
into and removing from the storage case.
NOTE: DO NOT TOUCH METAL BLADES
OR CUTTING EDGES OF DISCS. ALL ARE
EXTREMELY SHARP AND CONTACT COULD
CAUSE INJURY.
Reversible Shredding Disc
Dough Blade
DICING KIT
STORAGE CASE
Removing Parts
1. To unlock, turn counterclockwise. Gently lift
up the transparent cover. Do not force the
cover open when the knob is in the locked
position. To lock, gently close the cover
and turn the knob clockwise.
2. Grasp center knob on Dicing Disc and set
aside on a flat surface.
3. Using the openings in the top of Dicing
Grid, grip and lift out to remove. See page
14 for dicing assembly instructions.
4. The Cleaning Tool sits in the dedicated
space in the base of the storage case.
NOTE: When finished dicing, wash,
thoroughly dry and following above
directions in reverse, return parts to
storage case.
Whisk
Stirring Paddle
Stem Adapter
Adjustable Slicing Disc
Dicing Grid Cleaning Tool
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Metal Chopping Blade
Dicing Disc
Dicing Grid
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CONTROL PANEL
20. Screen and Controls
a. Large, Full-Color Digital Display
High-resolution TFT screen for
exceptionally clear view.
b. Food Processor PULSE Button
Press and release for “short burst”
precision processing.
c. Food Processor HIGH SPEED Button
Press to turn High Speed on and off.
d. Food Processor LOW SPEED Button
Press to turn Low Speed on and off.
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e. SELECTOR Dial
Turn to scroll through options on screen.
f. ENTER Button
Press to confirm selection.
g. HOME/BACK Button
Press and hold to go to Home Screen.
Press and release to return to previous
screen.
h. START/STOP Button
Starts and stops operation.
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GETTING STARTED/SETUP
The Cuisinart® CompleteChef™ Cooking Food
Processor and its Control Panel, pictured in the
images below, show you just how much care
we put into making sure this appliance is
intuitive, easy to use and easy to love!
You’ll find full instructions on the following pages.
When first turning on the Cuisinart
CompleteChef™
Cooking Food Processor,
you will be greeted by our Welcome Screen.
Welcome Screen
Immediately following the Welcome Screen,
a Warning Screen will appear. Press ENTER as
acceptance; you will then be forwarded to
the Home Screen.
Warning Screen
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ADJUSTING SETTINGS
We recommend adjusting your Settings
before cooking or food processing.
NOTE: The unit will automatically save your
preferences until you go back into Settings to
change them, even after turning off and
unplugging the unit.
Settings
Customize to individual preferences for
language, brightness, sound and temperature.
Scroll through options on the Settings Screen
and select ENTER when the desired setting is
highlighted.
Language
Select English, French or Spanish
Brightness
Increase and decrease the screen’s
brightness
Sound
Increase and decrease the volume of
the unit
Temperature
Select Fahrenheit or Celsius
The Home Screen displays the following
options to select:
Food
Processor
Cook Recipes Settings
Use selector dial to scroll between functions
and select ENTER when desired function is
highlighted.
Home Screen
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