Chopster™ Food
Chopper
USE AND CARE GUIDE
MODEL 1122
READ AND SAVE
THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: A risk of fire and electrical shock exists in all electrical appliances and may cause personal injury or death. Please follow all safety instructions.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following:
Read all instructions before using appliance.
Do not immerse motor base, cord, or plug in water or other liquid. See instructions for cleaning.
This appliance is not for use by children.
Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used near children.
Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.
Avoid contacting moving parts.
Do not operate any damaged appliance. Do not operate with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions, or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Contact Consumer Service for return authorization, examination, repair or adjustment.
To avoid risk of injury to persons, use attachments only if recommended by Toastmaster Inc.
Do not use outdoors or while standing in a damp area.
Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
This appliance is intended for processing small quantities of food for immediate consumption. This appliance is not intended to prepare large quantities of food at one time.
Blades are sharp. Handle carefully.
To reduce the risk of injury, be certain bowl, blade and lid are securely locked in place before operating appliance.
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Do not attempt to defeat the lid interlock mechanism.
Never place cutting blade on motor base without first putting bowl properly in place.
Use appliance only as indicated in these instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of personal injury resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Extension cords are available from local hardware stores and may be used if care is exercised in their use. If an extension cord is required, special care and caution is necessary. Also the cord must be: (1) marked with an electrical rating of 125 V. and at least 10 A., 1250 W., and (2) the cord must be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally.
POLARIZED PLUG: This appliance has 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 safety feature.
This product is for household use only.
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Operating Instructions
Product may vary slightly from illustration.
Lid
(P/N 70645)
Lid Locking Tabs
Steel Chopping/ Mincing Blades (P/N 70646)
Bowl Lid Tabs
See-thru Bowl (P/N 70647)
Pulse/On
Button
Bowl Tabs 
Lid
Drive Shaft Locking Slot
Bowl Notches
Using Your Chopster
The bowl holds up to 11⁄2 cups of food. Do not overfill. Cut food into uniform 1⁄2 inch pieces before processing. Some foods may require processing in smaller quantities.
Some foods that may be processed in your Chopster are: bread, dry cereal, hard cheese such as Romano & Parmesan, crackers, cookies, chocolate baking bars, hard boiled eggs, fresh herbs, soft nuts such as pecans and walnuts, fruits and vegetables such as apples, pears, celery, onion, carrots, garlic, ginger, pickles, and radishes.
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1.Remove all packaging materials before using.
2.Before using, wash lid, blade and bowl in warm soapy water; rinse and dry thoroughly, see CARE AND CLEANING.
CAUTION: BLADES ARE SHARP, HANDLE WITH CARE.
CAUTION: DO NOT IMMERSE MOTOR BASE IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUIDS.
3.Place bowl without lid and blades on base. Line up bowl tabs with notches in base and turn clockwise to lock into position.
4.Lower blade over drive shaft in bowl, rotating if necessary to drop into place.
5.Cut food into 1⁄2 inch uniform pieces and place up to 11⁄2 cups into bowl.
6.Place lid on the bowl. Slide lid locking tab into lid locking slot and turn until the raised arrows are aligned and the lid clicks into place. Note: The Chopster will not operate unless the lid locking tab is correctly inserted into the lid locking slot.
7.Plug into a 120 V ~ 60 Hz outlet.
8.To start, press the pulse/on button for 3-5 seconds and then release; the motor will stop. Repeat pulse for a finer consistency. If Chopster does not start, repeat steps 2-6.
9.When finished chopping, unplug the unit and allow blades to stop rotating before disassembling.
10.Turn the lid counterclockwise and remove. Carefully grasp stem of blade and lift out of bowl. Turn bowl counterclockwise to release and lift off base.
11.Remove chopped food from bowl.
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User Maintenance Instructions
This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user serviceable parts. Do not try to repair it yourself. Refer it to a qualified appliance repair techinician if servicing is needed.
Hints For Cleaning
Be careful not to over-process. Most foods require only 3-10 seconds.
Process up to 11⁄2 cups of food at a time. If larger quantities are desired, process in several small batches.
If food is not chopped into even-sized pieces, remove some of it from the bowl and process smaller quantities at a time.
Do not attempt to process extremely hard food which is difficult to cut with a kitchen knife.
Remove bones, pits, and hard shells before processing to avoid damage to the unit.
This unit is not designed for processing liquids or foods with a high liquid content.
Care And Cleaning
CAUTION: BLADES ARE SHARP. HANDLE WITH CARE
CAUTION: NEVER PLACE MOTOR BASE OF APPLIANCE IN
WATER OR OTHER LIQUIDS.
1.Unplug and allow blades to stop rotating before disassembling.
2.Wash all removable parts in warm soapy water; rinse and dry thoroughly. Removable parts may also be placed on the top shelf of your dishwasher.
3.Clean exterior of motor base with a soft damp cloth and dry.
Any servicing requiring disassembly other than the above cleaning must be performed by a qualified appliance repair technician.
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In-Warranty Service Information
Please refer to warranty statement to determine if in-warranty service applies. This appliance must be serviced by a Toastmaster authorized service center. Unauthorized service will void warranty.
If an authorized service center is not available locally, your appliance may be returned postage prepaid to our National Service Center at the address shown on the back of this book. Call Consumer Service for return authorization.
Products must be adequately protected to avoid shipping damage. Surround your appliance with three inches of protective padding and include a copy of your dated sales receipt and a note explaining the problem you have experienced. We recommend insuring your package. No CODs accepted.
Keep Dated Sales Receipts for Warranty Service.
Keep this booklet. Record the following for reference:
Date purchased _______________________________________________
Model number _______________________________________________
Date code (stamped on bottom)________________________________
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LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY
Warranty: This Toastmaster® product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of
(1) year from the original purchase date. This product warranty covers only the original consumer purchaser of the product.
Warranty Coverage: This warranty is void if the product has been damaged by accident in shipment, unreasonable use, misuse, neglect, improper service, commercial use, repairs by unauthorized personnel, normal wear and tear, improper assembly, installation or maintenance abuse or other causes not arising out of defects in materials or workmanship. This warranty is effective only if the product is purchased and operated in the USA, and does not extend to any units which have been used in violation of written instructions furnished with the product or to units which have been altered or modified or to damage to products or parts thereof which have had the serial number removed, altered, defaced or rendered illegible.
Implied Warranties: ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES WHICH THE PURCHASER MAY HAVE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE (1) YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
Warranty Performance: During the above one-year warranty period, a product with a defect will be either repaired or replaced with a reconditioned comparable model (at our option) when the product is returned to the Repair Center, or the purchase price refunded. The repaired or replacement product will be in warranty for the balance of the one-year warranty period and an additional one-month period. No charge will be made for such repair or replacement.
Service and Repair: Should the appliance malfunction, you should first call toll-free 1 (800) 947-3744 between the hours of 9:00 am and 5:00 pm Central Standard Time and ask for CONSUMER SERVICE stating that you are a consumer with a problem. Please refer to model number 1122 when you call.
In-Warranty Service (USA): For an appliance covered under the warranty period, no charge is made for service or postage. Call for return authorization (1 800 947-3744).
Out-of Warranty Service: A flat rate charge by model is made for out-of-warranty service. Include $ 6.00 (U.S.) for return shipping and handling. We will notify you by mail of the amount of the charge for service and require you to pay in advance for the repair or replacement.
For Products Purchased in the USA, but Used in Canada: You may return the product insured, packaged with sufficient protection, and postage and insurance prepaid to the USA address listed below. Please note that all customs duty / brokerage fees, if any, must be paid by you and we will require you to pay the cost of customs duty / brokerage fees to us in advance of our performing any service.
Risk During Shipment: We cannot assume responsibility for loss or damage during incoming shipment. For your protection, carefully package the product for shipment and insure it with the carrier. Be sure to enclose the following items with your appliance: any accessories related to your problem, your full return address and daytime phone number, a note describing the problem you experienced, a copy of your sales receipt or other proof of purchase to determine warranty status. C.O.D. shipments cannot be accepted.
To return the appliance, ship to: |
To contact us, please write to or call: |
Attn: Repair Center |
Salton Inc. |
Salton Inc. |
P.O. Box 6916 |
708 South Missouri Street |
Columbia, MO 65205-6916 |
Macon, MO 63552 |
1 (800) 233-9054 |
Email: salton@saltonusa.com |
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Limitation of Remedies: No representative or person is authorized to assume for us any other liability in connection with the sale of our products. There shall be no claims for defects or failure of performance or product failure under any theory of tort, contract or commercial law including, but not limited to negligence, gross negligence, strict liability, breach of warranty and breach of contract. Repair, replacement or refund shall be the sole remedy of the purchaser under this warranty, and in no event shall we be liable for any incidental or consequential damages, losses or expenses. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
Legal Rights: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
© 2001 Toastmaster Inc. |
P/N 60837 |
All Rights Reserved |
Printed in China |
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EVERYBODY EATS. It’s a fact of life. But sometimes preparing meals can become a chore.
That’s why TOASTMASTER has been invited into millions of kitchens just like yours so we can HELP YOU MASTER your
mixing, baking, grilling, toasting, brewing, heating and serving tasks WITH EASE AND STYLE.
The TOASTMASTER name stands for a CELEBRATION of INNOVATION designed to serve your life and keep you COOKIN’ IN STYLE.
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