KitchenAid 3.5 Cup Food Chopper

1. Introdução e maisview

This compact and lightweight KitchenAid 3.5 Cup Food Chopper (Model KFC3516BM) is designed for everyday use, offering efficient solutions for quickly chopping, mixing, and pureeing various ingredients. It is ideal for preparing fresh fruits and vegetables, mincing herbs like parsley, chives, or garlic, and creating smooth purees for baby food or soup bases. The integrated drizzle basin allows for easy incorporation of liquid ingredients, perfect for making mayonnaise, dressings, and sauces.

Image: KitchenAid 3.5 Cup Food Chopper in Matte Black, showcasingraças ao seu design compacto.

2. Principais características

• Convenient 3.5 Cup Work Bowl: Features a locking blade, handle, and pour spout for easy serving. The bowl is dishwasher-safe for quick cleanup.
• Design compacto: Small, countertop-friendly footprint with simple cord wrap for easy storage.
• 2 Speeds and Pulse Function: Provides coarse or fine results, suitable for chunky pico de gallo, creamy hummus, smooth sauces, or dressings.
• Chuvisco Basin: Easily incorporate liquid ingredients while processing for sauces and dressings.
• Lâmina multiuso em aço inoxidável: Designed for precise chopping or pureeing, and locks in place for convenient pouring.

3. Componentes do produto

The KitchenAid 3.5 Cup Food Chopper includes the following main components:

• Base de energia
• 3.5 Cup Work Bowl with Handle and Pour Spout
• Tampa com gotejamento Basin
• Stainless Steel Multi-Purpose Blade

Imagem: Desmontada view of the food chopper, showing the power base, work bowl, lid, and blade.

4. Configuração

1. Descompacte: Remova cuidadosamente todas as peças da embalagem.
2. Limpar: Wash the work bowl, lid, and blade in warm, soapy water or in the dishwasher before first use. Wipe the power base with a damp pano.
3. Montar:
   • Place the work bowl onto the power base, ensuring it is securely seated.
   • Carefully place the stainless steel multi-purpose blade onto the center post inside the work bowl.
   • Add your ingredients to the work bowl.
   • Place the lid onto the work bowl, aligning the handle and ensuring it locks into place.
4. Conecte a energia: Conecte o cabo de alimentação a uma tomada elétrica adequada.

5. Instruções de operação

The KitchenAid 3.5 Cup Food Chopper offers two speeds and a pulse function for versatile food preparation.

1. Adicione Ingredientes: Place desired ingredients into the work bowl. Do not overfill beyond the maximum fill line.
2. Tampa segura: Ensure the lid is properly aligned and locked onto the work bowl.
3. Selecione a função:
   • Cortar: For coarse chopping, press and hold the 'Chop' button. Use short pulses for greater control over consistency.
   • Purê: For fine chopping, mixing, or pureeing, press and hold the 'Puree' button. Hold longer for smoother results.
   • Chuvisco Basin: When making dressings or mayonnaise, slowly pour liquids through the drizzle basin opening in the lid while the chopper is operating.
4. Consistência do monitor: Observe the ingredients through the transparent work bowl to achieve your desired consistency.
5. Parar operação: Release the button to stop the chopper. Unplug the appliance before removing the lid or blade.

Imagem: Topo view of the food chopper, highlighting the Chop and Puree controls on the lid.

Image: The food chopper in use, processing chickpeas, demonstrating its practical application.

6. Manutenção e Limpeza

Proper care ensures the longevity and performance of your food chopper.

• Desconecte: Always unplug the food chopper from the electrical outlet before cleaning.
• Peças próprias para lava-louças: The work bowl, lid, and chopping blade are dishwasher safe. Place them on the top rack for best results.
• Lavagem à mão: For hand washing, use warm, soapy water. Exercise caution when handling the sharp blade.
• Base de energia: Limpe a base de poder com anúncioamp pano. Não mergulhe a base de carregamento em água ou qualquer outro líquido.
• Armazenar: Ensure all parts are completely dry before reassembling or storing. Use the integrated cord wrap for tidy storage.

7. Solução De Problemas

• Aparelho não liga: Ensure the work bowl and lid are correctly assembled and locked into place. The chopper has safety interlocks that prevent operation if not properly assembled. Check that the power cord is securely plugged into a working outlet.
• Inconsistent Chopping: Ensure ingredients are cut into uniform, smaller pieces before processing. Do not overfill the work bowl. Use the pulse function for better control over consistency.
• Superaquecimento do motor: If the motor stops during operation, it may be due to overheating. Unplug the unit and let it cool down for at least 30 minutes before resuming use. Reduce the load or processing time.

8. Especificações

9. Garantia e Suporte

Para informações sobre garantia, registro do produto ou suporte técnico, consulte o site oficial da KitchenAid. webou entre em contato com o serviço de atendimento ao cliente. Guarde o comprovante de compra para eventuais solicitações de garantia.

10. Informações importantes de segurança

• Leia todas as instruções antes de usar o aparelho.
• To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not immerse the power base in water or other liquid.
• É necessária supervisão rigorosa quando qualquer aparelho for usado por crianças ou perto delas.
• Desligue da tomada quando não estiver em uso, antes de colocar ou retirar peças e antes de limpar.
• Evite o contato com peças móveis.
• Não opere qualquer aparelho com um cabo ou plugue danificado ou após o aparelho apresentar mau funcionamento, cair ou ser danificado de alguma forma.
• O uso de acessórios não recomendados ou vendidos pela KitchenAid pode causar incêndio, choque elétrico ou ferimentos.
• Não utilize ao ar livre.
• Não deixe o cabo pendurado na borda da mesa ou do balcão.
• Não deixe o cabo entrar em contato com superfícies quentes.
• Always ensure the lid is securely locked before operating the appliance.
• As lâminas são afiadas. Manuseie com cuidado.