Viking VFP12 User Manual

Viking Professional Food Processor

Use and Care Instructions and Recipes

Congratulations! You have just purchased a Viking Professional Food
Processor. This multipurpose countertop appliance will help take the
hard work out of food preparation. From slicing vegetables, citrus
juicing, to kneading dough, this appliance is a must have for any kitchen.

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VFP12 Professional Food Processor

Available in the wide selection of finishes offered for Viking Culinary Products.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using this electric appliance basic safety precautions should apply
including the following:

• Always read and follow all instructions.

• Handle blades and discs with care. Note these are very sharp.
Always hold the knife blade by the finger grip away from the cutting
edge, both when handling and cleaning.

• Always remove the knife blade before pouring contents from the bowl

• Do not place cord, plugs, or electrical parts in water or any other liquid.

• This machine is not intended for use by young children without
supervision.

• Unplug from outlet before cleaning.

• Do not operate the food processor with a damaged cord or plug or
after the Food processor malfunctions, or has been damaged in any
manner. Please call 1-800-216-5775 to speak with the Viking Range
Corporation Service Center.

• The use of an accessory not evaluated for use with this food processor
may cause fire, electric shock, or possible injury.

• Do not use outdoors.

• Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot
surfaces.

• This food processor is for residential use only. Not intended for
commercial use.

• Do not use food processor for other than its intended use.

• Never use your fingers to push food into the tube. Always use tube
supplied.

• Before removing the bowl, turn power off and allow blade to stop.

• 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 only when the
food processor is not running.

• Avoid moving parts.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE USING THE FIRST TIME

• Before using the machine for the first time, remove all attachments
from their packaging.

• Wash all attachments including the bowls. Dry with a clean dry towel.

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USING YOUR VIKING PROFESSIONAL FOOD PROCESSOR

Please use these setup instructions before attempting to use this food
processor. Failure to follow the instructions may result in injury or voiding of
warranty.

Instructions for use:

1. Place unit on a solid, level countertop near an electrical outlet the same
as that indicated on the rating plate.

2. Fit the detachable shaft over the power unit fixed shaft.

3. Place bowl onto shaft and turn clockwise until the bowl is locked in place.

4. Place knife blade or other attachment over the drive shaft.

• Always fit the bowl and attachment onto the machine before adding
any ingredients.

5. Place lid on top of bowl, ensuring the top of the detachable shaft fits into
the center of the lid.

6. Press the On button.

• Note the processor will not work if bowl and attachments are not
fitted together properly

7. The use of the Pulse switch may be used for short bursts of power.

8. Reverse the above procedure to remove the lid, attachments, and bowl.

• Always switch off before removing lid.

• The motor will automatically shut off if machine is over loaded or run
too long. If this occurs allow the machine to cool for approximately 30
minutes.

ACCESSORY USE:

KNIFE BLADE

•The knife blade is the most versatile of all attachments. It may be used for
cake and pastry making, chopping raw and cooked
meat, vegetables, nuts, pate, dips, pureeing soups,
and to also make crumbs from biscuits and bread.

• Foods such as meat, bread, and vegetables must

be cut into 1” cubes before processing.

• Biscuits should be broken into several pieces and

added down the feed tube while machine is
running.

• When making pastry use fat straight from the fridge

cut into cubes.

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DOUGH BLADE

• When making dough, place all dry ingredients in

the bowl and add the liquid down the feed tube
while machine is running. Process until a smooth
elastic ball is formed. This usually takes 60-90
seconds.

• Re-knead by hand only. Re-kneading in the bowl

is not recommended as it may cause the
processor to become unstable.

Using the Knife blade/Dough blade

1. Fit the drive shaft and bowl onto the power unit.

2. Push either attachment onto the drive shaft.

3. Fit the lid. Ensure the end of the shaft locates in the center of the lid.

4. Switch unit on.

5. Add ingredients into the tube.

MINI PROCESSOR BOWL

• Use the mini processor bowl and blade to

chop herbs and process small quantities of
ingredients.

Using the Mini Processor Bowl

1. Fit the detachable shaft over the power

unit fixed shaft.

2. Next place the work bowl.

3. Fit the mini processor bowl – ensuring that the ribs on the inside of the

mini bowl chimney align with the slots in the main bowl chimney.

4. Place the knife blade over the drive shaft.

5. Add the ingredients to be processed.

6. Fit the lid on and switch on.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Never process hard spices as they may damage the plastic.

• Herbs are best chopped when clean and dry.

• Always add a small portion of liquid when blending cooked
ingredients to make baby food.

• When making mayonnaise, add the oil down the feed

tube while

the processor is running.

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SLICER/SHREDDER DISCS
Reversible slicer/shredder discs – thick and thin

• Use the shredder side for cheese, carrots,

potatoes, and foods of a similar texture.

• Use the slicer side for cheese, carrots,

potatoes, cabbage, cucumber, and onions.

Julienne disc

• Use the disc to cut potatoes for Julienne style

fries, firm ingredients for salads, garnishes,
casseroles, and stir-fry.

Extra coarse shredder disc

• Use the disc to shred cheese and carrots.

Parmesan / Ice disc

• Grates Parmesan cheese and also potatoes.

May also be used to crush ice.

Thick French Fry disc

• Use the disc for potatoes for French fries and

firm ingredients for salads and dips.

Using the discs

1. Fit the detachable drive shaft and work bowl onto the power unit.

2. Holding in the center, place the disc onto the detachable drive shaft

with the appropriate side facing up.

3. Place and lock lid on top of bowl.

4. Place either feed tube for processing. To use the small feed tube –

first put the large pusher inside the feed tube. To use the large feed
tube – use both pushers together.

5. Put food into the feed tube.

6. Switch processor on and push down evenly with the pusher.

Hints

• Use fresh ingredients.

• Do not cut food too small. Fill the width of the large feed tube fairly

full. This prevents the food from slipping sideways during
processing. Alternatively use the small feed tube.

• When using the french fry disc, place ingredients horizontally.

• When slicing or shredding, food placed upright comes out shorter

than food placed horizontally.

• There will always be a small amount of waste on the plate or in the

bowl after processing.

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DOUBLE PUSHER

This attachment is used for adding both large
and small items into feed tube.

•The small inner tube may also be used to
small amounts of liquid into feed tube.

STAINLESS STEEL WHIP

• This attachment is used for light mixtures such as

egg whites, cream, evaporated milk, and for
whipping eggs and sugar for sponges. Heavier
mixtures containing fat and flour will damage the
whip.

Using the Stainless Steel Whip

1. Fit the detachable drive shaft and work bowl

onto the power unit.

2. Push each beater securely into the drive head.

3. Fit the whip by carefully turning it until it drops

over the drive shaft.

4. Add the ingredients.

5. Fit the lid. Ensuring the end of the shaft locates

into the center of the lid.

6. Switch on.

7. Best results are obtained when the eggs are at room temperature.

Also ensure that the bowl and whip are clean and free from grease

before whipping.

CITRUS JUICER

• Use the citrus juicer to squeeze the juice

from the citrus fruits (oranges, limes,
lemons, and grapefruits).

Using the citrus juicer

1. Place the detachable drive shaft and

work bowl onto the power unit.

2. Fit the sieve into the bowl – ensuring the

sieve handle is locked into position directly over the bowl handle.

3. Place the cone over the drive shaft turning until it drops all the way

down.

4. Cut the fruit in half. Switch the machine on and press the fruit

onto the cone.

5. The citrus juicer will not operate if the sieve is not locked correctly.

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