READ BEFORE USE
LIRE AVANT UTILISATION
LEA ANTES DE USAR
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When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
1. Read and save all instructions.
2. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not immerse
base, motor, cord, or plug in water or other liquid.
3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used
near children.
4. This appliance should not be used by children.
5. Unplug cord from outlet when not in use, before putting on
or taking off parts, and before cleaning. Allow to cool before
putting on or taking off parts.
6. Avoid contacting moving parts.
7. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance
containing hot food or water.
8. Lift and open lid carefully to avoid scalding, and allow water
to drip into bowl.
9. Do not place the unit directly under cabinets when operating
as this product produces large amounts of steam. Avoid
reaching over the product when operating.
10. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. Use oven
mitt to open lid and remove steam basket.
11. Before serving, unplug cord from wall outlet. Do not leave
cord within child’s reach.
12. Before serving, be sure food is at a safe temperature.
13. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug
or after the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged
in any manner. Call our toll-free customer service number
for information on examination, repair, or electrical or
mechanical adjustment.
14. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the
appliance manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or
injury.
15. Do not use your baby food maker if any part is broken.
16. Do not use appliance outdoors.
17. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch
hot surfaces.
18. Keep hands and utensils away from moving blade and disc
while processing food to reduce the risk of severe personal
injury and/or damage to the baby food maker. A rubber
scraper may be used but ONLY when the baby food maker
is not running.
19. The blade and disc are sharp. Handle carefully. Store out of
reach of children.
20. To reduce the risk of injury, never place cutting blade or disc
on base without first putting bowl properly in place.
21. Be certain lid is securely locked in place before operating
appliance.
22. Never feed food into food chute by hand. Always use the
food pushers.
23. Do not attempt to defeat the lid interlock mechanism.
24. Make sure the blade or disc has come to a full stop before
removing lid.
25. To reduce the risk of injury, be sure to insert or remove
blade and disc using hubs provided for this purpose. Use
caution when removing blade and disc from the bowl, when
emptying the bowl, and when cleaning.
26. Check that the control is OFF (O) before plugging cord into
wall outlet. To disconnect, turn the control to OFF (O); then
remove plug from wall outlet.
27. Be sure to turn switch to OFF (O) position after each use.
Always use the pushers to clear the food chute. When
this method is not possible, unplug cord from outlet and
disassemble unit to remove the remaining food.
28. The appliance is not intended for commercial, professional,
or industrial use. It is designed and built exclusively for
household use only.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Other Consumer Safety Information
This appliance is intended for household use only.
WARNING! Shock Hazard: This appliance has a polarized plug
(one wide blade) that reduces the risk of electric shock. The
plug fits only one way into a polarized outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the plug by modifying the plug in any way or
by using an adapter. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, have an electrician replace
the outlet.
29. Never use appliance for a longer period or with a larger
amount of ingredients other than that recommended by
appliance manufacturer.
30. The maximum rating of this unit is based on using the
puree/chopping blade. Using the slicing/shredding disc
may draw significantly less power.
31. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in
a heated oven.
32. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
The length of the cord used on this appliance was selected to
reduce the hazards of becoming tangled in or tripping over
a longer cord. If a longer cord is necessary, an approved
extension cord may be used. The electrical rating of the
extension cord must be equal to or greater than the rating of
the appliance. Care must be taken to arrange the extension cord
so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it
can be pulled on by children or accidentally tripped over.
To avoid an electrical circuit overload, do not use another
high-wattage appliance on the same circuit with your appliance.
Congratulations. You’ve taken the first steps towards making your baby’s experience with food healthy, fresh, and
delicious! Hamilton Beach’s Baby Food Maker streamlines the process from slicing to steaming to pureeing. This is
one appliance that can grow with you as you guide your baby from purees to toddler finger foods and on to join you
at the table.
Around four to six months of age, most babies are ready to try solid foods, starting with thin infant cereal. Your doctor’s
recommendations and your own opinions are your best guides to what is right for your baby. Knowing when and what
foods to start with is up to you. But, always check with your pediatrician on the appropriate foods to feed your baby and
how to introduce them.
Remember, never leave a child unattended while eating. Let’s get started.
ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR PEDIATRICIAN ON APPROPRIATE FOODS FOR YOUR CHILD.
Align bowl and base. Turn bowl
clockwise to lock into place.
Unit will not work unless bowl
is locked.
Align lid and bowl. Turn lid
clockwise to lock into place. Unit
will not work unless lid is locked.
Add steaming basket to bowl,
aligning tab with pour spout.
Place motor shaft adapter onto
motor shaft. Place reversible
slicing/shredding disc onto
motor shaft adapter with desired
side facing UP. (“SLICE” or
“SHRED” is stamped on each
side of the blade.)
WARNING! Laceration Hazard:
Handle disc carefully; it is very
sharp. Make sure control knob
is turned to OFF (O) and unit is
unplugged.
Preparing Pureed Baby Food (cont.)
Step 2: Slice Ingredients for Steaming.
Always wash ingredients before
steaming. Thoroughly scrub or
peel fruits and vegetables. Precut
large ingredients to fit into food
chute for slicing or shredding.
Slice up to 3 cups into steaming
basket. Slicing food items is
recommended for preparing
baby food.
WARNING! Laceration Hazard:
Never push food through chute
with hands or other objects.
Always use food pusher
provided with baby food maker.
Fill chute with food.
Turn control knob to SLICE/PUREE. Baby food maker will
run continuously.
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Preparing Pureed Baby Food (cont.)
Step 3: Remove Slicing Disc and Reassemble. Start Steaming.
WARNING! Laceration Hazard:
Handle disc carefully; it is very
sharp. Make sure control knob
is turned to OFF (O) and unit is
unplugged.
Turn to OFF (O) and unplug unit.
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Remove lid. Remove disc from
motor shaft adapter, leaving the
motor shaft adapter in place.
Plug in unit. Press STEAM
button. Indicator light will be
lit when steaming. Unit will
continue to steam until water in
reservoir is used and light turns
off. To stop steaming before
cycle is complete, press STEAM
button.
Steaming Times
Steaming times may vary slightly depending on starting
temperature of water.
AMOUNT OF WATER
2 oz. (1/4 cup)
3 oz. (1/3 cup)
4 oz. (1/2 cup)
5 oz. (2/3 cup)
* Chart times are based on starting temperature of water at
• Burn Hazard: Cool foods to appropriate temperature. For babies,
serving temperature should be normal body temperature. See
note at bottom.
• Food Safety Hazard: Always use food immediately or store in
appropriate containers and freeze in storage caddies.
For babies, serving temperature should be about normal body
temperature (98°F/37°C). Stir food thoroughly to eliminate hot spots.
Check the temperature with a thermometer or your own tongue
before serving to a baby.
Reheating in Storage Containers
Remove cover of water
reservoir. Add 2/3 cup water;
replace cover.
Unplug unit when finished.
Remove lid. Remove food
container. Transfer food to
serving plate or bowl.
Align bowl and base. Place food
containers with lid closed in
bowl.
WARNING!
• Burn Hazard: Steam, contents, and baby food maker parts are
hot during and after steaming. Use oven mitts when handling
baby food maker parts and food container(s). Transfer food to
serving plate or bowl.
• Burn Hazard: Cool foods to appropriate temperature. For babies,
serving temperature should be about normal body temperature
(98°F/37°C). Stir food thoroughly to eliminate hot spots. Check
the temperature with a thermometer or your own tongue before
serving to a baby.
• Food Safety Hazard: Never save leftover food that baby has
eaten, due to bacteria and food poisoning.
When reheating, steaming is the recommended method to retain
nutrients. Foods can also be reheated in the microwave oven.
Microwave ovens may heat unevenly. Stir baby food thoroughly
and check temperature before serving to baby.
Place lid; then place food
pusher in food chute. Plug
in unit.
Press STEAM button. Indicator
light will be lit when steaming.
Unit will continue to steam until
water in reservoir is used and
light turns off. To stop steaming
before cycle is complete, press
STEAM button. Foods with
thinner consistency will heat
more quickly. Be sure to stir
reheated foods thoroughly,
and serve baby foods at about
normal body temperature of
98°F/37°C.
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Beyond Baby Food
Your Baby Food Maker is an appliance that fits your whole family. Use the following attachments to:
• Only use water in the water reservoir. Fill water reservoir to
MAX fill line only.
• When chopping,
pieces of food that are similar in size. Cut food into 1-inch
(2.5-cm) pieces before processing with Puree/Chopping
Blade and leave room in bowl for the food to be tossed
around.
• When chopping foods, pulsing on and off will produce the
best results.
• Operating time will depend on quantity of food being
processed. Most foods can be sliced, chopped, or shredded
in seconds. If unit is operated continuously for an extended
period of time, let the processor rest about 4 minutes before
continuing.
• Do not puree or mash starchy vegetables like potatoes as
they are easily overprocessed and will become gummy.
for a more uniform consistency,
start with
• To slice or shred cheese, use only firm cheese like Cheddar
or Swiss that has been chilled for at least 30 minutes. Cheese
should be processed immediately after being removed from
the refrigerator. Soft cheese like mozzarella should be placed
in the freezer for 30 minutes prior to processing to ensure it
is firm enough for shredding.
• The reversible slicing/shredding disc has a slicing blade
on one side and shredding teeth on the other. The name
stamped on the blade, facing up, is the function selected.
Place on motor shaft with desired cutting edge facing up.
• This baby food maker is excellent to chop, mix, slice, or
shred most foods. However, to maintain peak performance,
do not use your baby food maker for the following: grinding
grain, coffee beans, or spices; slicing frozen meats; kneading
dough; or crushing ice.
Disc attachments are reversible and labeled. The label should face up for the desired function. When using disc attachments, do not process
past the MAX LEVEL on the bowl.
ATTACHMENT
Puree/Chopping Blade
Slicing Disc (slicing side facing UP)
Shredding Disc (shredding side facing UP)
For best results, do not exceed the following amounts when chopping, mincing, or pureeing with the puree/chopping blade.
Tear bread slices (up to 3) into 6 pieces.
Cut in 1/2-inch cubes. Process 1/2 cup of cubes at a time.
Break into pieces. Use up to 2 cups of pieces.
Cut fruit into large chunks. Place up to 2 cups of pieces into baby food maker.
Peel; then process 1 or more cloves at a time.
Break into 4 pieces. Place up to 6 crackers in baby food maker at a time.
Place up to 1 cup in baby food maker.
Place up to 1 cup in baby food maker.
Pinch off sprigs from bunch.
Cut vegetables into 1-inch chunks. Place up to 2 cups in baby food maker at a time.
Fill water reservoir with 2/3 cup
white vinegar. Assemble baby
food maker (see page 6) without
adding blade. Plug unit into wall
outlet.
Make sure control knob is in OFF
(O) position. Press STEAM button.
w WARNING
DO NOT use the “SANI” setting when washing in the dishwasher.
“SANI” cycle temperatures could damage your product. All
removable parts may also be cleaned in the sink with hot, soapy
water. Use caution when washing puree/chopping blade and slicing/
shredding disc.
Unit will shut off automatically
when vinegar has evaporated.
Unplug unit. Let cool completely.
Empty bowl. Repeat cleaning
1 or 2 times with PURIFIED
WATER. If unit is used often
or you have hard water, clean
the unit once per month or as
needed.
Electrical Shock Hazard.
Disconnect power before cleaning. Do not immerse cord,
plug, or base in any liquid.
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Wipe base, control knob, and
cord with a damp cloth or
sponge. If necessary, use a mild
nonabrasive cleanser.
• Packing too much food in the food chute or pushing too hard on the food pusher may cause
the processed food to be irregulary sliced or shredded. Refer to the Processing Charts for
recommended sizes and quantities.
• Raw food pieces were not small enough. Add additional liquid and process longer.
• Store vegetables with high water content in the refrigerator prior to shredding or slicing.
Room-temperature vegetables are less firm and do not perform as well.
• Cheese should be shredded or sliced immediately after being removed from the refrigerator.
Soft cheese like mozzarella should be placed in the freezer for 30 minutes prior to shredding or
slicing to ensure it is firm enough.
• Is the unit plugged in? Does the outlet work?
• Are the bowl and lid locked in place? See “Preparing Pureed Baby Food” section.
• Are the bowl and lid locked in place? They may have moved slightly during processing. See
“Preparing Pureed Baby Food” section.
• Is the outlet still working? Check it by plugging in a working lamp or other appliance. You may
have overloaded the circuit and blown a fuse or tripped the circuit breaker.
• Turn unit OFF (O), allow to stand for 3 to 4 minutes, and then turn back ON. If none of these
suggestions correct the problem, DO NOT attempt to repair the unit. Call the Customer Service
number to get the name of your nearest Authorized Service Center.
• There may be a residue left on the motor from the manufacturing process, causing a slight odor
during initial use. This will go away. If a strong odor or any visible smoke appears, unplug unit
IMMEDIATELY and call the Customer Service number.
• Are you using the recommended food size and quantity to be processed? Refer to the Processing
Charts for recommended food sizes and speeds.
• Rub a small amount of vegetable oil on the snaps, located on the base. Do not lock bowl and lid
during storage.
• Water reservoir is dry. Add water to the reservoir.
• Clean following instructions on page 15.
• Check for water in the reservoir. Water in the reservoir does not steam immediately. Wait 2 to 3
minutes for water to begin steaming.
• Have not allowed enough time between batches for unit to reset for steaming. Press STEAM button
to turn off. Add cold water. Wait 1 minute before pressing STEAM button to start steaming again.
• A small amount of water will collect around the bowl at the top of the base when steaming. This is
normal.