Introdução
Thank you for choosing the KitchenAid 9 Cup Food Processor. This appliance is designed to elevate your everyday meal preparation with its versatile capabilities. It features three speed options for chopping, shredding, slicing, kneading, and pureeing a variety of ingredients, from fresh vegetables and cheeses to sauces and baby food. The snap-and-go, easy-clean work bowl offers a twist-free, one-click assembly and a latched lid for convenience. All accessories nest easily inside the 9-cup work bowl for compact storage.
Instruções importantes de segurança
Ao usar aparelhos elétricos, precauções básicas de segurança devem sempre ser seguidas, incluindo as seguintes:
- Leia todas as instruções antes de usar o processador de alimentos.
- To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not immerse the motor 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.
- Ao processar alimentos, mantenha as mãos e os utensílios afastados das lâminas ou discos em movimento para evitar o risco de ferimentos graves ou danos ao processador de alimentos. Uma espátula pode ser usada, mas somente quando o processador de alimentos estiver desligado.
- As lâminas são afiadas. Manuseie com cuidado.
- To reduce the risk of injury, never place cutting blade or discs on base without first putting the bowl properly in place.
- Certifique-se de que a tampa esteja firmemente travada no lugar antes de operar o aparelho.
- Não tente anular o mecanismo de bloqueio da tampa.
- Do not fill bowl above the maximum fill line to avoid risk of injury from damage to the lid or bowl.
Conteúdo da embalagem
Your KitchenAid 9 Cup Food Processor (Model KFP0918) includes the following components:
- 1x 9 Cup Work Bowl
- 1 x tampa
- 1x Multi-purpose Blade (S Blade)
- 1x Reversible Medium Slicing/Shredding Disc
- 1x Thick Slicing Disc
- 1x Food Pusher (integrated into the 2-in-1 feed tube)
Produto acimaview
Familiarize yourself with the main parts of your food processor:
- Base do motor: A unidade principal abriga o motor e os controles.
- Tigela de trabalho: The 9-cup capacity bowl where ingredients are processed.
- Lid with 2-in-1 Feed Tube: Secures the work bowl and allows for adding ingredients during operation. The feed tube includes a small and large opening for various ingredient sizes.
- Empurrador de alimentos: Used to guide ingredients through the feed tube.
- Multi-purpose Blade (S Blade): Ideal for chopping, mixing, and pureeing.
- Reversible Medium Slicing/Shredding Disc: Offers two functions on one disc for versatile preparation.
- Thick Slicing Disc: For consistent thick slices of fruits and vegetables.
- Painel de controle: Features Off, Low, High, and Pulse buttons for precise control.

Figure 1: Fully assembled KitchenAid 9 Cup Food Processor.
Configurar
Before first use, wash all parts except the motor base in warm, soapy water, rinse, and dry thoroughly. The work bowl, lid, and blades are dishwasher safe (top rack only).
- Coloque a base do motor: Position the motor base on a clean, dry, and level countertop. Ensure the unit is unplugged.
- Fixar a tigela de trabalho: Place the 9-cup work bowl onto the motor base. Rotate the bowl clockwise until it clicks securely into place.
- Inserir lâmina/disco:
- For chopping, mixing, or pureeing: Carefully place the Multi-purpose Blade onto the drive shaft in the center of the work bowl. Ensure it sits firmly.
- For slicing or shredding: Place the desired Slicing/Shredding Disc onto the drive shaft. Ensure the correct side of the reversible disc is facing up for your desired function (e.g., 'Slice' or 'Shred').

Figure 2: Carefully place the desired disc onto the drive shaft.
- Tampa segura: Place the lid onto the work bowl. Rotate the lid clockwise until it clicks and locks into place. The food processor will not operate unless the lid is properly secured.
- Inserir empurrador de alimentos: Place the food pusher into the feed tube opening on the lid.
Instruções de operação
Always ensure the food processor is properly assembled and the lid is locked before plugging it in and operating.
Operação geral:
- Plug the food processor into a grounded outlet.
- Add ingredients to the work bowl or through the feed tube.
- Selecione a velocidade desejada: Baixo, Alto, ou Pulso.
- For continuous operation, press Baixo or Alto.
- For intermittent control, press and hold Pulso. Release to stop.
- To stop the appliance, press the Desligado botão.
Funções específicas:
- Chopping/Mixing/Pureeing: Use the Multi-purpose Blade. Add ingredients directly to the work bowl. For best results, process in batches if needed. Use the Pulse function for coarse chopping or continuous Low/High for finer results or purees.
- Fatiar/Ralar: Use the appropriate Slicing or Shredding Disc. Place ingredients into the 2-in-1 feed tube. Use the food pusher to guide ingredients through the tube. Apply even, gentle pressure. Do not force ingredients.

Figure 3: The food processor efficiently slices vegetables for meal preparation.
Limpeza e Manutenção
A limpeza adequada garante a longevidade e a higiene do seu processador de alimentos.
- Desligue sempre da tomada the food processor before cleaning.
- Base do motor: Limpe com anúncioamp pano. Não mergulhe em água.
- Work Bowl, Lid, Blades, Discs, Food Pusher: These parts are dishwasher safe (top rack only). For quick cleaning, add warm water and 1-2 drops of dish soap to the leak-resistant work bowl, secure the lid, and pulse a few times. Then rinse thoroughly.
- Armazenar: All accessories (blades and discs) can be stored directly inside the 9-cup work bowl for compact and convenient storage.
Solução de problemas
If your food processor is not operating as expected, refer to the following common issues:
- O aparelho não liga: Ensure the power cord is securely plugged into a grounded outlet. Verify that the work bowl and lid are correctly assembled and locked into place. The food processor has a safety interlock system.
- Uneven processing/chopping: This can occur if the work bowl is overfilled or if ingredients are too large. Process in smaller batches. Cut larger ingredients into uniform pieces before adding. Use the Pulse function for better control over consistency.
- Ruídos do motor distorcidos: This may indicate that the load is too heavy or the ingredients are too dense. Reduce the amount of ingredients or cut them into smaller pieces.
- Liquid leaks from bowl: Ensure the lid is properly sealed and locked. Do not fill the work bowl above the maximum fill line.
Especificações
- Marca: KitchenAid
- Nome do modelo: Food Processor (KFP0918)
- Cor: Preto fosco
- Capacidade da tigela: 9 xícaras
- Número de velocidades: 3 (Alto, Baixo, Pulso)
- O quetage: 300 watts
- Dimensões do produto: 7.87"P x 9.65"L x 16.75"A
- Peso do item: 6.35 libras
- Material da lâmina: Aço inoxidável
- Recurso especial: Armazenamento de cabos
- Instruções de cuidados com o produto: Seguro para lava-louças, lavar à mão
Garantia e Suporte
For warranty information, product registration, or technical support, please visit the official KitchenAid webou entre em contato com o serviço de atendimento ao cliente. Guarde o comprovante de compra para eventuais solicitações de garantia.





