Toastmaster TFP8W User Manual

8-Cup
Food Processor
USE AND CARE GUIDE
MODEL T F P 8 W
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following:
Read all instructions.
To protect against risk of electrical shock do not put cord, plugs,
or appliance in water or other liquid.
Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.
Avoid contacting moving parts. Keep fingers out of discharge opening.
Never feed food by hand. Always use food pusher.
Blades are sharp. Handle carefully.
Keep hands and utensils away from moving blades or discs while
processing food to reduce the risk of severe injury to persons or damage to the food processor.
A scraper may be used but must be used only when the food processor is not running.
To reduce the risk of injury. Never place cutting blade or discs on base without first putting bowl properly in place.
Be certain cover is securely locked in place before operating appliance.
Do not attempt to defeat the cover interlock mechanism.
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 Consumer Service.
The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
Do not use outdoors.
Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
Do not let cord contact hot surface, including the stove.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For Household Use Only.
ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
All users of this appliance must read and understand this Owner’s Manual before operating or cleaning this appliance.
The cord of this appliance should be plugged into a 120V AC electrical outlet only.
Do not leave this appliance unattended during use.
If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, immediately turn
the unit OFF and unplug the cord. Do not use or attempt to repair the malfunctioning appliance.
If this appliance falls or accidentally becomes immersed in water, unplug it immediately. Do not reach into the water! Do not use this appliance after it has fallen into or becomes immersed in water.
To reduce the risk of injury to persons or property, never use this appliance in an unstable position.
Do not use this appliance for other than its intended use.
Polarized Plug
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended to fit into 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 modify the plug in any way.
Short Cord Instructions
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
Do not use an extension cord with this product.
Electric Power
If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances, your appliance may not operate properly. It should be operated on a separate electrical circuit from other appliances.
Plasticizer Warning
CAUTION: To prevent Plasticizers from migrating from the finish of the countertop, tabletop or other furniture, place NON-PLASTIC coaster or placemats between the appliance and the finish of the countertop, tabletop or other furniture.
Failure to do so may cause the finish to darken, permanent blemishes may occur or stains can appear.
Getting to Know Your 8-Cup Food Processor
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1. Food Processor Body
2. 8-Speed Control Dial
3. Pulse Button
4. Lid with Food Chute P/N 71033
5. Food Pusher P/N 71034
6. Drive Shaft
7. Shield P/N 71035
8. Continuous Flow Side Chute
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9. 8-Cup Processor Bowl P/N 71036
10. Interlock Mechanism
11. Lock Tabs
12. Latch
13. Cord
14. Discharge Disc P/N 71037
15. Chopping Blade P/N 71038
16. Slicing/Shredding Disc P/N 71039
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Before Using For The First Time
1. Remove all packaging material before using.
2. Wash Lid, Chopping Blade, Processing Bowl, Food Chute, Shield, Food Pusher and Discs, in warm soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly, see CARE AND CLEANING.
CAUTION: BLADES ARE SHARP, HANDLE WITH CARE. CAUTION: DO NOT IMMERSE FOOD PROCESSOR BODY IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUIDS.
Operating Instructions
How to Slice or Shred Food:
1. Attach the 8-Cup Processor Bowl to the
Food Processor Body by placing on Drive Shaft. Turn 8-Cup Processor Bowl counter­clockwise until it clicks into place. (See Picture A) NOTE: For Slicing or Shredding Food the Chopping Blade is not needed.
2. Place the Discharge Disc onto the Drive Shaft. (See Picture B)
Picture B
3. Place the Slicing/Shredding Disc on the Drive Shaft.(See Above
Picture B)
NOTE: Both sides of the Slicing/Shredding Disc indicate which Function it will perform.
Picture A
Operating Instructions (Cont.)
4. Place Lid with Food Chute so each Interlock Mechanism is to the
left of the Tabs. Turn the Lid with Food Chute counter-clockwise until you hear or feel the Latch lock. Do not force the Interlock Mechanism. (See Pictures C & D)
Picture C
Picture D
5. Make sure unit is in the OFF position. Plug
your 8-Cup Food Processor into a 120 V AC electrical outlet.
6. Set Speed Control to level 1.
NOTE: To process food into 8-Cup Food Processor make sure that Shield is closed. To process food using the Food Chute make sure the Shield is Open, (See Picture E) and place a bowl/ container under the chute to catch processed food.
7. Using constant, even pressure on the
Food Pusher, feed food into the Chute. For more power, slowly increase Speed Control from 1 to a higher number or turn to OFF and press Pulse Button. (See Picture F)
8. After processing food, move speed Control
Dial to OFF and unplug unit.
9. Remove the Lid with Food Chute by turning it clockwise.
Carefully remove Slicing/Shredding disc and Discharge disc. Grasp handle of the 8-Cup Processor Bowl and turn clockwise to remove. Clean according to directions under User Maintenance.
Picture E
Picture F
How to Chop Food
1. Attach the 8-Cup Processor Bowl to the
Food Processor Body by placing on Drive Shaft. Turn 8-Cup Processor Bowl counter­clockwise until it clicks into place. (See Picture A on previous page)
2. Carefully place Chopping Blade on Drive
Shaft with the Chopping Blades sliding down first. (See Picture G)
3. Food should be cut into
Food Processor.
4. Place Lid with Food Chute so each Interlock Mechanism is to the
left of the Tabs. Turn the Lid with Food Chute counter-clockwise until you hear or feel the latch lock. Do not force the Interlock Mechanism. (See Pictures C & D)
5. Plug your 8-Cup Food Processor into a 120 V AC electrical
outlet.
6. Make sure Shield is down. This will keep food in the Food
Processor Bowl.
7. Set Speed Control to level 1.
8. For more power, slowly increase Speed Control from 1 to a
higher number or turn to OFF position and press Pulse Button. (See Picture F)
9. After chopping food, move Speed Control Dial to OFF and
unplug unit.
10. Remove the Lid with Food Chute by turning it clockwise.
Carefully remove Chopping Blade from Drive Shaft. Grasp handle of the 8-Cup Processor Bowl and turn clockwise to remove. Clean according to directions under User Maintenance.
1/2”
to 1”pieces, before placing in 8-Cup
Picture G
Usage Guide
The three functions of your 8-Cup Food Processor allow you to chop, shred or slice a wide variety of food quickly and effortlessly.
BLADE ATTACHMENT FOODS RESULTS
Chopping Blade Bread Crumbs
Carrots Chopped Celery Chopped/Diced Onions Chopped/Diced Chocolate Grated Garlic Minced Eggs (Hard Boiled) Chopped Nuts Chopped, Ground Parsley, Fresh Herbs Chopped Hard Fruits Chopped Sauces/Salad Dressings Blended
Slicing Disc Apples, Pears Sliced
Carrots Sliced Celery Sliced Onions Sliced Potatoes Sliced
Shredding Disc Carrots Grated
Potatoes Grated Zucchini Grated
NOTE: Certain foods should not be chopped, shredded or sliced. Avoid slicing raw meat. Attempting to chop ice or to grind coffee beans will damage the Chopping Blade and 8-Cup Processor Bowl. Very hard foods that can not be cut with an ordinary knife blade should be avoided.
Chopping Guide
FOOD QUANTITY PREPARATION APROX. TIME
(SECONDS)
Bread 1-2 slices Two slices of bread 5-7
cut into 3/4” cubes Parsley/Herbs Handful Wash, dry thoroughly 30 Onion 1-2 small Peel onions, 4-6
cut into 6-8 pieces Garlic 1 or more Peel 5-7
large cloves
Mushrooms 4 small cut in half Pulse 3
1-1/2 oz.
Pepper 1 medium Clean and quarter 5-6
to fit Container Eggs Up to 3 eggs Peel, cut into quarters 4-6 (Hard Boiled) Chocolate 1 or 2 pc. Break each square Pulse 6-8
Square 1 oz. into 1/2” pieces
Total (Pulse until desired
texture is reached) Carrots 1/2 cup Peel and cut into Pulse
1/4” lengths
NOTE: Timing on chart above applies to Speed 4 or Pulse.
Helpful Hints
1. Be careful not to over-process food. Most foods require only 3 to 10 seconds.
2. Process up to 8 cups of food at a time.
3. If food is not chopping into even-sized pieces, remove some of the food from the Processor Bowl and process smaller quantities at a time.
4. Do not attempt to process extremely hard food which is difficult to cut with a kitchen knife.
5. Remove bones, pits and hard shells before processing to avoid damage to the unit.
6. This unit is not designed for processing liquids or foods with a high liquid content.
7. Lift the Chopping Blade out before emptying the contents of the 8- Cup Processor Bowl.
User Maintenance Instructions
Care and Cleaning
This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user­serviceable parts. Contact qualified personnel if the product requires servicing.
CAUTION: BLADES ARE SHARP, HANDLE WITH CARE. CAUTION: NEVER PLACE FOOD PROCESSOR BASE
IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUIDS.
1. Always unplug the unit before cleaning. Allow Chopping Blade or Disc to stop rotating before disassembling.
2. Remove attachments from Food Processor Body.
3. Wash the 8-Cup Processor Bowl Lid with Food Chute, Food Pusher, Slicing/Shredding Disc, Discharge Disc, Chopping Blade and Shield in warm soapy water. Removable parts may also be placed on the top shelf of your dishwasher.
4. Never immerse the Food Processor body in water or any other liquid. If necessary , wipe exterior surface with a damp cloth or sponge and dry thoroughly.
To Store and Clean
Unplug and clean unit; store in its box or in a clean, dry place. Never store it while it is still plugged in. Never wrap cord tightly around the appliance. Do not put any stress on the cord where it enters the unit,as it could cause the cord to fray and break.
Recipes
Spinach Dip Yield: 4 Cups
5 ounce spinach leaves 2 teaspoon salt 8 ounce water chestnuts, drained 1 teaspoon dried tarragon leaves 1 cup sour cream 1 cup plain yogurt 2 bunches green onions, 2 cloves garlic
cut in 2 inch pieces
Using the chopping blade, chop half each of the spinach and water chestnuts on Speed 5. Remove from bowl and set aside. Repeat for the other half. Add remaining ingredients to bowl and process on Speed 5 until ingredients are chopped and mixed together. Stir all ingredients together. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours to enhance flavor.
Crab Dip Yield: 4 Cups
1/2
teaspoon dry mustard
1/2
teaspoon pepper
8 ounce Crab Delights
®
2 teaspoons chili sauce
(imitation crab meat) 2 teaspoons Worcestershire 1 medium cucumber peeled sauce 11 ounce cream cheese, softened
1/3
cup mayonnaise salt and pepper
1/8
teaspoon sugar
Using the chopping blade, add all ingredients to bowl and process on Speed 6 until ingredients are chopped and mixed together. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours to enhance flavor.
Chicken Salad Yield: 4 Servings
1/2
1
cups cooked chicken OR 2 hard-boiled eggs turkey OR 6 chunk-style chicken, drained 1 stalk celery salt and pepper 4 green onions
Using the chopping blade, chop the chicken through the pickle on Speed 6 to desired consistency. Stir in remaining ingredients .
3/4
ounce can 1 sweet pickle
1/3
cup salad dressing
Pimento Cheese Spread Yield: 8 Servings
16 ounce Cheddar cheese 2 cups salad dressing 4 ounce pimentos, drained
Using fine shredding disk, grate cheese using Speed 8. Remove from bowl. Using chopping blade, chop pimentos on Speed 3. Add cheese and salad dressing and process on Speed 6 until mixed.
Macaroni Salad Yield: 12 Servings
3 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1/2
cup green peppers
1 tablespoon oil 3 hard-boiled eggs
1/2
cup onions
1/2
cup carrots
1 cup celery
Dressing
1/3
1
cups sugar 1 cup salad dressing
1/2
cup vinegar 1
2 eggs 1-5
1/2
1
teaspoon salt
1/2
teaspoons prepared mustard
1/3
ounces can evaporated milk
Cook macaroni, drain and stir in oil. Using the chopping blade, chop onions, celery, green peppers and eggs on Speed 5 until chopped. Using the shredding disk, grate carrots. Add to macaroni.
To make dressing, combine sugar, vinegar, eggs and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently. Cool and stir in rest of dressing ingredients. Pour over macaroni, refrigerate several hours.
Squash Casserole Yield: 6 Servings
1 onion 6 ounces stuffing mix 3 carrots (chicken or herb) 6 cups unpeeled zucchini or
yellow squash 1 can cream of chicken soup 1 cup sour cream
Temperature: 350˚F/177˚C Time: 25-30 minutes Using the chopping blade, chop onions on Speed 6. Using the
shredding disk, shred carrots. Remove carrots and onions from bowl and set aside. Using the slicing disc, slice squash on Speed 8.
Boil vegetables for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside. Combine soup and sour cream. Stir into vegetable. Combine stuffing mix with melted butter and spread half on the bottom of a 9x13-inch greased pan. Spoon vegetable mixture on top and sprinkle with remaining stuffing mix. Bake as directed.
1/2
cup butter, melted
Chicken Pot Pie Yield: 6 Servings
Filling
1 onion 1 stalk celery 4 cups pre-cooked chicken salt and pepper
or beef 6 cups chicken broth 6 potatoes, peeled 2 Tablespoons all purpose flour 6 carrots
Crust
2 cups all-purpose flour 4 teaspoons baking powder
Temperature: 425˚F/218˚C Time: 45 minutes Using chopping blade, chop onion on Speed 2 and remove from
bowl. Insert slicing disk and slice potatoes, carrots and celery on Speed 7. Add all ingredients to broth and boil for 20 minutes. To thicken, carefully remove
1/2
cup broth. Dissolve 2 tablespoons of flour into broth. Carefully pour thickening back into pan of vegetables and stir until thickened. Pour into a 9x13-inch greased pan.
Using chopping blade, combine crust ingredients flour through butter. Add the milk through the feed tube and stop as soon as it is absorbed. Form the dough into a ball and roll onto a lightly floured surface. Cut into 2-inch biscuits and place on top of filling. Bake as directed.
1/2
teaspoon salt
1/4
cup butter, softened
2/3
cup milk
Meatballs Yield: 4 Servings
1 pound lean stew meat 1 slice bread 1 clove garlic 1 small onion salt and pepper 1 egg 1/2 cup all purpose flour
Temperature: Medium Time: 20-30 minutes Using the chopping blade, add all ingredients, except flour, in the
order listed, to bowl and chop on Speed 8 until meat is ground and ingredients are mixed together.
Shape into 2-inch meatballs and coat with flour. Add oil to skillet and cook meatballs as directed.
1/2
teaspoon dried thyme
Fresh Salsa Yield: 5 Cups
4 cups Roma tomatoes, quartered and seeds removed 2 small jalapeno peppers, seeds removed 1 large onion, cut into 1-inch cubes 1 teaspoon cider vinegar 1 teaspoon salt
1/2
teaspoon black pepper
Using the chopping blade and feeding tube add the onions, tomatoes then jalapeno peppers on Speed 6. Add the salt, pepper, vinegar and cilantro until chopped. Remove from bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours to enhance flavor.
Bruschetta Yield: 4 Cups
3 cups Roma tomatoes, quartered and seeds removed
1/2
medium onion, cut into 1-inch cubes 3 large cloves garlic, cut into thirds 16 fresh basil leaves 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1/2
teaspoon salt
1/4
teaspoon black pepper Using the chopping blade, add the onions, garlic, olive oil, red wine
vinegar, salt and pepper to the food processor bowl. Coarsely chop. Using the feeding tube, add tomatoes one at a time through the feeder tube. Add basil and coarsely chop. Remove from bowl and serve on warm grilled bread.
Grilled Bread for Bruschetta
1 loaf French Baguette or crusty Italian Bread, cut diagonally
1/2
in
-inch slices
2 teaspoons garlic salt
3/4
cup olive oil Mix together olive oil and garlic salt. Brush both sides of the sliced
bread with the oil mixture. Lightly brown both sides of the bread. Top warm bread with Bruschetta and serve.
“Fried” Chicken Salad Yield: 5 Servings
1 12- ounce box breaded chicken breast tenders 1 package of iceberg lettuce salad mix 1 medium cucumber with peeling 1 medium green pepper, quartered lengthwise 10 radishes 1 bunch green onions with tops 2 Roma tomatoes, halved
Salad Dressing
Cook chicken breast tenders according to package instructions while preparing salad.
Empty salad mix into a large bowl. Place under Continuos Flow Side Chute and open shield.
Using slicing disc, place cucumber into large side of food chute and slice into salad bowl on Speed 8. Place two quarters of green pepper into large side of feeder tube at a time and slice into salad bowl. Place 5 radishes into large side of feeder and slice into a salad bowl. Place bunch of green onions into small side of feeder tube and slice into salad bowl. Place two Roma tomatoes into the large side of the feeder tube and slice into salad bowl.
Top with warm chicken tenders and serve with your choice of salad dressing.
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 TFP8W 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 $8.00 (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:
Salton Inc. Attn: Repair Center 708 South Missouri Street Macon, MO 63552
Email: consumer_relations@toastmaster.com www.Toastmaster.com
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.
To contact us, please write to or call:
Salton Inc. P.O. Box 6916 Columbia, MO 65205-6916
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Model number _______________________________________________ Date code (stamped on bottom)________________________________
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In USA and Canada call:
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