12 Cup Cuisinart Elite Food Processor

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12-Cup Cuisinrt Elite Collection Foo Processor FP-12 Series

For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.

INSTRUCTION

BOOKLET

RecipeBooklet

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FOOD CAPACITY

12-CUP WORKBOWL

CAPACITY

4-CUP WORKBOWL

Sliced or shredded fruit, vegetables or cheese 12 cups N/A

Chopped fruit, vegetables or cheese 9 cups 3 cupsPured fruit, vegetables or cheese 10 cups cooked

6 cups pured

3 cups cooked

1 cups pured

Chopped or pured meat, fish, seafood 2 pounds pound

Thin liquid* (e.g. dressing, soups, etc.) 8 cups 3 cups

Cake batter One 9-inch cheesecake

Two 8-inch homemade layers

(1 box 18.5 oz. cake mix)

N/A

Cookie dough 6 dozen (based on average chocolate

chip cookie recipe)

N/A

White bread dough 5 cups flour N/A

Whole wheat bread dough 3 cups flour N/A

Nuts for nut butter 5 cups 1 cups

RECOmmENdEd maxImUm wORK BOwL CaPaCITIES

* when processing egg-bse liquis, like custr bse for quiche, reuce iu cpcity by 2 cups.


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IMPORTANTUNPACKINGINSTRUCTIONSThis package contains a Cuisinart EliteCollection 12-Cup Food Processor and theaccessories for it:

12- and 4-cup work bowls, work bowl cover,large and small metal chopping/mixing blades,dough blade, adjustable slicing disc, reversibleshredding disc, stem adapter, large and smallpushers, spatula, instruction/recipe book andHow-to DVD.

CaUTION:

THE CUTTING TOOLS HAVE VERY SHARPEDGES. To avoid injury when unpacking theparts, please follow these instructions.

1. Place the box on a low table or on the floornext to the kitchen counter or table whereyou intend to keep the food processor.Be sure the box is right side up.

2. Open top flaps and remove the cardboardinsert and the instructional material andHow-to DVD. You will see a rectangular

block of plastic foam that holds theprocessor parts, each fitted into cavity inthe foam.

The spatula (A) and dough blade (B) are incavities at one short side of the foam block.Remove them first.

The bowl cover (C) and large/small pushers(D) are in cavities at center of foam block.Grasp the edge of the bowl cover and lift itstraight up, removing it next. Lift out thelarge/small pushers from its space underthe bowl cover on the foam block.

The adjustable slicing disc (E) andreversible shredding disc (F) are on eitherlong side of the foam block. Slide them outof their grooves wITH GREaT CaRE. THEBLadES aRE VERY SHaRP.

Remove the large metal chopping/mixingblade (G) from the foam block.CaREFULLY REmOVE IT BY GRaSPINGTHE CENTER wHITE HUB aNd LIFTINGIT STRaIGHT UP. NEVER TOUCH THEBLadE, aS IT IS RaZOR SHaRP.

3. Lift out the plastic foam block.

4. The housing base with 12- and 4-cup workbowls and small metal chopping/mixingblade are at the bottom of the box.CaREFULLY REmOVE SmaLL mETaLCHOPPING/mIxING BLadE BYGRaSPING THE CENTER wHITE HUBaNd LIFTING IT STRaIGHT UP. NEVER

TOUCH THE BLadE, aS IT IS RaZORSHaRP. Then pull out the stem adaptor tothe motor shaft.

5. Remove the base and bowls together bygrasping the handle and lifting straight up.Do not rotate the bowl clockwise on thebase. This will cause the bowls to separatefrom the base.

6. Place the food processor on the counter ortable. Read the instructions thoroughly

before using the machine.7. Save the shipping cartons and plastic foam

blocks. You will find them very useful if youneed to repack the processor for moving orother shipment.

Plese tch the enclose Ho-to dVdbefore using the foo processor.

NOTE: Remember to return your completedproduct registration card with all informationcarefully filled out.


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IMPORTANTSAFEGUARDS

Always follow these safety precautions whenusing this appliance.

Getting Rey1. Read all instructions.

2. Bles n iscs re shrp. Handle themcarefully.

3. alys unplug fro outlet hen not inuse, before putting on or tking off prts,before reoving foo n beforeclening. To unplug, grsp plug n pullfro electricl outlet. Never pull cor.

4. Do not use outdoors.

5. Do not let cord hang over edge of table orcounter, or touch hot surfaces.

6. Do not operate any appliance withdamaged cord or plug, or after appliancehas been dropped or damaged in any way.Return appliance to the nearest authorizedservice facility for examination, repair orelectrical or mechanical adjustment.

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1. Keep hands as well as spatulas and otherutensils away from moving blades or discswhile processing food, to prevent thepossibility of severe personal injury ordamage to food processor. A plasticscraper may be used, but only when thefood processor motor is stopped.

2. Avoid contact with moving parts. Neverpush food down by hand when slicing orshredding. Always use pusher.

3. Make sure motor has completely stoppedbefore removing cover. (If machine doesnot stop within 4 seconds after you removethe pusher assembly, call 1-800-762-0190for assistance. Do not use the machine.)

4. Never store any blade or disc on motorshaft. To reduce the risk of injury, no bladeor disc should be placed on the shaftexcept when the bowl is properly locked inplace and the processor is in use. Store

blades and discs, as you would sharpknives, out of reach of children.

5. Be sure cover and feed tube are securelylocked in place before operating foodprocessor.

6. Never try to override or tamper with coverinterlock mechanism.

Clening

To protect against risk of electrical shock, donot put base in water or other liquid.

Generl

1. This appliance should not be used by ornear children or individuals with certain

disabilities.

2. Do not operate this, or any other motor-driven appliance, while under the influenceof alcohol or other substances that affectyour reaction time or perception.

3. This food processor is UL listed forhousehold use. Use it only for foodpreparation as described in theaccompanying recipe and instruction book.Do not use this appliance outside of its

intended use.4. The use of attachments not recommended

or sold by Cuisinart may cause fire,electrical shock or personal injury, ordamage to your food processor.

5. To avoid possible malfunction of work bowlswitch, never store processor with pusherassembly in locked position.

6. Maximum rating of 6.5 amperes is basedon attachment that draws greatest current.Other recommended attachments maydraw significantly less current.

NOTICE: If your food processor has a plasticcase, it has a polarized plug (one blade is widerthan the other). As a safety feature, this plug willfit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plugdoes not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. Ifit still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician.Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.

SAVE THESEINSTRUCTIONS

FOR HOUSEHOLDUSE ONLY


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WARNINGRISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE

REPAIR SHOULD BE DONE BY AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY

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waRNING: RISK OF FIREOR ELECTRIC SHOCK

The lightning flash with arrowheadsymbol within an equilateral triangleis intended to alert the user to the

presence of un-insulated dangerousvoltage within the products enclosurethat may be of sufficient magnitude toconstitute a risk of fire or electricshock to persons.

The exclamation point within anequilateral triangle is intended to alertthe user to the presence of importantoperating and maintenance (servicing)instructions in the literature

accompanying the appliance.

SPECIaL CORd SETINSTRUCTIONS

NOTICEIf you have a die-cast metalunit, for your protection, it isequipped with a 3-conductorcord set that has a molded

3-prong grounding-type plug,and should be used incombination with a properlyconnected grounding-typeoutlet as shown in Figure A.

If a grounding-type outlet isnot available, an adapter,shown in Figure B, may beobtained so that a 2-slot wall outlet can be used

with a 3-prong plug. As shown in Figure C, theadapter must be grounded by attaching itsgrounding lug under the screw of the outletcover plate.

NOTE: do not reove the grouning prong.

CaUTION: Before using n pter,it ust be eterine tht the outletcover plte scre is properlygroune. If in oubt, consult license electricin. Never use n

pter unless you re sure it isproperly groune.

Note: Use of n pter is notperitte in Cn.

CONTENTSImportant Unpacking Instructions ................ 3

Important Safeguards................................... 4

Introduction .................................................. 5

Features and Benefits .................................. 6

Assembly Instructions, Diagram ...................8Machine Controls ......................................... 9

Work Bowls .................................................. 9

Machine Functions ....................................... 9

User Guide and Capacity Chart ................. 11

Cleaning and Storage................................. 15

For Your Safety ........................................... 15

Technical Data .............................................15

Troubleshooting .......................................... 16

Warranty Information .................................. 17

INTROdUCTIONThe food processor that re-invented the art offood preparation once again leads the way ininnovation! Congratulations on your purchase ofthe Cuisinart Elite Collection 12-Cup FoodProcessor the next generation in culinaryexcellence.

Superbly designed for high performance and

ease of use, the Cuisinart Elite Collection

12-Cup has the power, capacity, versatility,precision, and accessories to handle any task.From the two nested and sealed bowls to theadjustable slicing disc and reversible shreddingdisc, these incredible features create multiplefood processors in one!

All of these pioneering, creative elements cometogether with Cuisinarts leading reputation togive you the Elite Collection 12-Cup FoodProcessor the finest food prep appliance fortodays modern kitchen.


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FEaTURES aNd BENEFITS

1. Housing Bse n motorWith a vertically projecting motor shaft,this powerful base will process through avariety of recipes with a 1000 watt peakpower induction motor.

2. Touchp Control PnelThese easy to clean, electronicallycontrolled buttons, feature On, Off andPulse options, for every food processingfunction. The contemporary, blue LED lightwill indicate when the unit is powered on.

3. work BolsDesigned with maximum versatility, thework bowl should be selected based ontask appropriateness.

These nested bowls feature SealTight

technology, which maximizes each bowlsprocessing capacity, ensures safe handling,and keeps all the ingredients contained inthe bowl youre using! The bowls alsoinclude a locking feature to prevent themfrom coming out of position when pouring,and finger recesses (a) for user-friendliness.

The large and small work bowls are allmade of durable polycarbonate materialwith convenient measurement markings (b)and pour spouts (c).

4. work Bol Cover ith Fee TubeWork bowl cover with SealTight Advantagefeature allows for maximum bowl capacityduring processing and pouring. To removethe work bowl cover, push in the releasebuttons (a) on either side of the handleinterlock (b).

The Supreme Wide-Mouth feed tube (c)accommodates larger ingredients and savesprecutting time.

5. Pusher asseblySecured with a snap-fit, the small pusher(a) inside the large pusher (b) allows you toaccommodate ingredients of all sizes. Thelarge pusher lock (c), located on the handle,enables it to be pulled out to lock and

pushed in to unlock this feature should beused when processing heavy loads.

6. Sll Chopping/miing BleThis small stainless steel blade will chop ormix anything in your small work bowl andalso features the BladeLock System.

7. Lrge Chopping/miing BleStainless steel in construction, this heavy-duty blade will process a variety of food inyour large work bowl. The BladeLock Systemenables the blade to stay in place to preventleaking, while providing optimal pouring.

8. dough BleDesigned for superb results, this blade willknead through all types of dough. Thedough blade can be used only in the largebowl.

9. ajustble Slicing discThe versatile 6-in-1 disc allows for thinto thick slices with 1 to 6mm indicators.This disc may be used only in the largebowl.

10. Reversible Shreing discProvides the option of either fine ormedium shredding for optimal results.This disc may be used only in the largebowl.

11. Ste apterThis user-friendly tool easily attaches toeither disc or small chopping/mixing bladeto engage the motor shaft.

12. SptulUniquely designed for use with eitherwork bowl.

13. Cor Storge (not shon)Keeps countertops safe and clean byconveniently wrapping excess cord underthe unit.


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ASSEMBLYINSTRUCTIONSBefore first use

Before using your Cuisinart Elite Collection

12-Cup Food Processor for the first time, washthe work bowls, work bowl cover, pusherassembly, blades, discs, and spatula (seeCleaning Instructions on page 15).

1. Place the food processor base on a dry,level countertop with the controls facingtoward you. Do not plug the unit in until itis fully assembled.

2. With the large bowl on the base, usethe handle to turn the work bowl

counterclockwise to lock it onto thehousing base.

To use the small bowl, place your thumbsin the finger recesses and align the pourspout facing opposite the handle. Pushdown to lock.

Ble Opertion

The BladeLock feature is designed tokeep the blade in place during processing,pouring, lifting, and handling tasks but isnot permanently attached. Hnle ithcre. alys check to be sure the bleis securely locke before turning thebol upsie on.

Note: The chopping/iing blesshoul not be reove ith liquicontents bove the hub of the ble inthe bols, s this ill efet theSelTight syste.

Lrge Ble Opertion

3. With your large work bowl assembled onthe base, grasp the large chopping/mixing

blade by its hub, align it over the center ofthe bowl, place it onto the shaft and turn ituntil it slides into place. Firmly push downto lock.alys check to be sure theble is securely locke before turningthe bol upsie on. (To remove, firsttake the bowl off the base and put it on aflat surface. Rest the heel of your hand onthe rim of the bowl and pull up gently andcarefully.)

dough Ble Opertion

4. For use with the large bowl. Carefully liftand place the dough blade on the shaftand turn it until it slides into place.

Sll Ble Opertion

5. With both work bowls assembled on thebase, position the stem adapter over thecenter of the bowls, place it on the shaftand turn it until it slides into place. Graspthe small chopping/mixing blade by its hub,

place it over the stem adapter, turning ituntil it slides into place, and push downfirmly to lock.alys check to be surethe ble is securely locke beforeturning the bol upsie on. (Toremove, first take the bowl off the baseand put it on a flat surface. Rest the heel ofyour hand on the rim of the bowl and pullup gently and carefully.)

disc Opertion

6. When using your large bowl only, positionthe stem adapter over the center of thebowl, place it on the shaft and turn it until itslides into place. If using the adjustableslicing disc, use the rotating hub andindicator markings to select slicingthickness. Using the finger holes, align andinsert the disc over the stem adapter.


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If using the reversible shredding disc,determine whether the fine or medium sidewill be used and use the plastic hub totwist into position on the stem adapter. Thefinger holes may be used for removal ofthis disc.

Cover Opertion

7. Place the work bowlcover onto the work bowlby positioning it directlyover the bowls, and pushdown on the front andback to lock into place.

Another way to put thecover on is by latchingthe back on first and thenpushing down on thefront to lock into place.Be sure both front andback locks are fullyengaged.

To remove the cover,push in both sides of therelease button (locatedon the cover interlock)and lift up to remove.

Note: The ork bol cover fits, locksn sels on the lrge bol ith nyneste bol cobintion. The orkbol cover ill becoe esier to enggeith repete use.

8. Align pusher assembly and activating rodwith the feed tube opening on the workbowl cover and slide it down completely.

9. Plug the food processor into a properelectrical outlet. It is now ready for use.

Note: The bol, li n pushers ust besecurely in plce for the unit to operte.

maCHINE CONTROLS

On Button

The On control is a continuous button thatallows the machine to run until Off is selected.

1. Properly assemble and engage themachine.

2. Add ingredients to the work bowl, eitherthrough the feed tube or directly into thebowl.

3. Press the On button. The blue LED light willilluminate and the motor will start.

4. Press the Off button when finished.

PULSE Button

The Pulse control is a momentary button thatallows the machine to run only while it is beingpressed. This capability provides more accuratecontrol of the duration and frequency ofprocessing. Unless otherwise specified, a pulseis about one second.

1. With the machine properly assembled andengaged, and ingredients in the work bowl,press the Pulse button repeatedly asneeded. The blue LED On light will beilluminated upon activation.

wORK BOwLSTwo nested work bowls are provided for a veryversatile processing experience. We recommendusing the work bowls in a manner that will

optimize efficiency. For example, if your reciperequires using both bowls, begin with the smallbowl to minimize cleaning. This way the smallbowl can serve as a prep bowl to reserve choppedingredients for a recipe. A great example of thiswould be the Cherry Crumb Muffins recipe onpage 18.

Note that the bowls lock into place to pour whilenested. The convenient finger recesses can beused to remove the small bowl with ingredients,

or the bowl can remain nested during pouring orfood removal.

Chopping certain foods may scratch or cloud thework bowl, this will not affect the functionality ofyour work bowl.

maCHINE FUNCTIONS

Chopping(using the Chopping Ble)

For raw ingredients: peel, core and/or removeseeds and pits. Food should be cut into even, to 1-inch pieces. Foods cut into same sizepieces produce the most even results.

Pulse food in 1-second increments to chop.For the finest chop, either hold the pulse downor press ON to run the machine continuously.Watch ingredients closely to achieve desiredconsistency and scrape the work bowl asnecessary.

Pureing(using the Chopping Ble) To pure fresh fruits or cooked fruits/

vegetables: ingredients should be cut into1-inch pieces; a smooth pure is achievedeasiest when all the pieces are equal in size.Pulse to initially chop and then process ONuntil food is pured; scrape the work bowl as


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necessary. Do not use this method to purecooked white potatoes. (see Mashed Potatorecipe on page 48.)

To pure solids for a soup or sauce: strainthe solids from the liquid and process thesolids alone. Add cooking liquid and processas needed.

Kneing(using the dough Ble orthe metl Chopping Ble) The dough blade is engineered to knead

through yeast dough, while the metalchopping blade is ideal for pastry doughs.

The pusher lock is recommended to be in thelocked position when kneading dough to avoidit from moving around some vibration is stillnormal.

Dough kneading should be done in the largebowl only.

Slicing (using the ajustbleSlicing disc) Always pack food in the feed tube evenly

to slice. For smaller amounts of food, use thesmaller feed tube. For cheese slicing, always

use the large feed tube. The food will dictatethe amount of pressure: Use light pressure forsoft foods, medium pressure for mediumfoods, and firm pressure for harder foods.

Always process with even pressure.

For julienne or matchstick cuts: Place foodhorizontally in the feed tube and process witheven pressure to create long, plank-like slices.Replace stack of slices in feed tube verticallyand process again using even pressure.

For round fruits or vegetables: Remove a thickslice on the bottom of the food so that it sitsupright in the feed tube. If food does not fit inthe feed tube, cut in half or quarters to fit.Process with even pressure.

For small ingredients, like mushrooms,radishes or strawberries: Trim the ends so thefood sits upright in the feed tube. Takeadvantage of the smaller feed tube ifappropriate.

When slicing cheese, be sure that the cheeseis well chilled before slicing.

Shreing (using the ReversibleShreing disc) Always pack food in the feed tube evenly to

shred. For smaller amounts of food, use thesmaller feed tube. For cheese shredding,always use the large feed tube. The food will

dictate the amount of pressure: Use lightpressure for soft foods, medium pressure formedium foods and firm pressure for harderfoods. Always process with even pressure.

To shred leafy vegetables like lettuce orspinach: Roll leaves together and stand upin feed tube. Process with even pressure.

When shredding cheese, be sure that thecheese is well chilled before shredding.


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FOOD TOOL PROCESS YIELD DIRECTIONS

FRUITS

Apples

Metal Blade

Metal Blade

Slicing DiscShredding Disc

Chop

Pure

SliceShred

1 pound = 3 cups

1 pound = 3 cups

1 apple = cup1 apple = cup

Cut into 1-inch pieces; pulse to chop process forfine chop.

Process to pure cooked and peeled apples forapplesauce.

Medium pressureMedium pressure

Avocados Metal Blade

Metal Blade

Chop

Pure

1 medium = 1 cup

1 medium = 1 cup

Cut into 1-inch pieces; pulse to chop.

Cut into 1-inch pieces; process to pure.

Bananas Metal Blade

Slicing Disc

Pure

Slice

3 medium = 1 cup

1 pound = 2 cups

Process to pure ripe bananas.

Light pressure for firm bananas.

Berries Metal Blade

Slicing Disc

Pure

Slice

1 pint fresh = 2 cups; 10ounce-bag frozen = 1cups

1 pint = 2 cups

Process until pured. Strain to remove seeds. Thawfrozen berries before processing.

Strawberries: remove stems; stack berries on their side.Medium pressure.

Coconuts Metal Blade

Shredding Disc

Chop

Shred

1 medium = 4 cups

1 medium = 4 cups

Cut flesh into 1-inch pieces; pulse to chop. Process tofinely chop.

Cut flesh to fit feed tube, medium pressure.

Kiwis Slicing Disc Slice 2 kiwis = cup Chill and peel; light pressure.

Mangoes Metal Blade

Metal Blade

Chop

Pure

1 medium = to 1 cup

1 medium = to 1 cup



Peaches/Nectarines

Metal Blade

Metal Blade

Slicing Disc

Chop

Pure

Slice

1 lb = 2 to 2 cups

1 lb = 2 to 2 cups

1 lb = 2 to 2 cups


Cut into 1-inch pieces; peel and process to pure.

Remove pit, light pressure.

Citrus Fruits;Lemons, Limes &Oranges

Metal Blade

Slicing Disc

Chop

Slice

For medium fruit:1 lemon = 2 to 3 teaspoonszest; 1 lime = 1 tsp zest;

1 orange = 1 tablespoonszest

Zest: use vegetable peeler to remove rind; process. Forthe finest chopped zest, add small amount of sugar tochop with zest

Trim ends; place upright in feed tube. Medium pressure.

Dried (sticky)Fruits

Metal Blade Chop 1 pound = 2 cups Chill fruit. Add some flour from recipe to work bowl.Process using short pulses until desired consistency.

VEGETABLES

Beans - Green,Wax

Metal Blade

Slicing Disc

Pure

Slice

1 cup = cup pure

1 pound = 3 cups

Process to pure cooked beans.

French-cut: trim beans; stack in feed tube horizontally.Light pressure.

Broccoli/Cauliflower

Metal Blade

Metal Blade

Slicing Disc

Shredding Disc

Chop

Pure

Slice

Shred

1 pound raw = 2 cups

1 pound cooked = 1 cup

Broccoli stems only

Broccoli stems only



Peel and trim stems. Medium pressure.

Peel and trim stems. Medium pressure.

Cabbage Metal Blade

Slicing Disc

Shredding Disc

Chop

Slice

Shred

2 pounds = 8 cups

2 pounds = 8 cups

2 pounds = 8 cups

Cut into 1-inch pieces; pulse to chop to desiredconsistency.

Cut in wedges to fit feed tube; remove center core. Lightto no pressure. Use slicing disc for coleslaw.

Use shredding disc for extra-fine needs.

Carrots Metal Blade

Metal Blade

Slicing Disc

Shredding Disc

Chop

Pure

Slice

Shred

1 pound (6 med) = 3 cups

2 med cooked = cuppure



Cut into 1-inch pieces; pulse to chop to desiredconsistency.

Process to pure.

Small rounds: trim; place upright in feed tube. Longslices: trim; place horizontally in feed tube. Medium tofirm pressure.

Small shreds: trim; place upright in feed tube. Longshreds: trim; place horizontally in feed tube. Medium tofirm pressure.

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Celery Metal Blade

Slicing Disc

Chop

Slice

2 medium stalks = cup

2 medium stalks = cup

Cut into 1 inch pieces; pulse to chop to desiredconsistency.

Trim; place upright in feed tube. Medium pressure.

Cucumbers Metal Blade

Slicing Disc

Shredding Disc

Chop

Slice

Shred

1 medium = 1 cups

1 medium = 1 cups

1 medium = 1 cups


Rounds: trim; place upright in feed tube. Mediumpressure. Long slices: trim; place horizontally in feedtube. Medium pressure.

Shreds: trim; place upright in feed tube. Mediumpressure. Long shreds: trim; place horizontally in feedtube. Medium pressure.

Garlic Metal Blade Chop 1 head = 12 to 16 cloves;1 medium clove = teaspoon

Peel; with machine running, drop cloves through feed

tube to finely chop.

Ginger Metal Blade

Slicing DiscShredding Disc

Chop

SliceShred

1-inch pieces = 1tablespoon

4 ounces = cup4 ounces = cup

Peel; cut into -inch pieces. With machine running, dropthrough feed tube to finely chop.

Peel; place upright in feed tube. Medium pressure.Peel; place upright in feed tube. Medium pressure.

Herbs - Fresh Metal Blade Chop 1 cup loosely packed = cup

Herbs, work bowl and blade should be clean andcompletely dry. Pulse to roughly chop. Process to finelychop. Keep up to 10 days in airtight bag in refrigerator.

Jalapeo Metal Blade

Slicing Disc

Chop

Shred

1 medium pepper = 3tablespoons

1 medium pepper = cup

Remove seeds and stem. With machine running, drophalved pepper through feed tube to chop.

Remove seeds and stem. Cut stem end flat to slice intorings; medium pressure. Place upright in feed tube fornarrow slices, horizontally for longer slices.

Leeks Metal Blade

Slicing Disc

Chop

Slice

1 pound = 2 cups

1 pound = 2 cups

Clean leeks; trim, discard dark green parts. Cut into1-inch pieces; pulse to chop.

Clean leeks as above. Place upright in feed tube;medium pressure. Long slices: trim; place lengthwise infeed tube. Medium pressure.

Mushrooms Metal Blade

Slicing Disc

Shredding Disc

Chop

Slice

Shred

1 pound = 6 cups

1 pound = 5 cups

1 pound = 5 cups

Cut into even pieces; pulse to chop.

Pack feed tube. Light pressure.

Pack feed tube. Light pressure.

Onions Metal Blade

Slicing Disc

Chop

Slice

1 pound = 4 to 5 cups

1 medium = to 1 cup


Trim; place in feed tube. Medium pressure.

Peppers - Bell Metal Blade

Slicing Disc

Chop

Slice


1 pound = 3 cups


Remove seeds and stem. Cut stem end flat to slice intorings; medium pressure. Halve or quarter and placeupright in feed tube for narrow slices, horizontally forlonger slices.

Pickles Metal Blade

Slicing Disc

Chop

Slice

1 medium = cup

1 medium = cup


Place upright in feed tube for rounds; horizontally forlonger slices. Medium pressure.

Potatoes Metal Blade

Metal Blade

Slicing Disc

Shredding Disc

Chop

Pure

Slice

Shred


1 cup cooked (1-inchpieces) = cup



Raw potatoes: cut into 1-inch pieces; pulse to chop.

Sweet potatoes/yams: cut into 1-inch pieces; pulse tochop.

Trim end flat; cut to fit into feed tube. Light to mediumpressure for white potatoes; firm pressure for sweetpotatoes/yams; light pressure for partially cooked

potatoes.Trim end flat; cut to fit into feed tube. Light to mediumpressure for white potatoes. Note: keep sliced orshredded raw potatoes in cold water to avoiddiscoloration; dry well before using. Mashed potatoes:process cooked white potatoes through mediumshredding disc to avoid a gluey consistency.


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Radishes Metal Blade

Slicing Disc

Shredding Disc

Chop

Slice

Shred

pound = 1 cups

pound = 1 cups

pound = 1 cups

Cut into 1-inch pieces; pulse to chop. Process to finelychop.

Trim ends; firm pressure.

Trim ends; firm pressure.

Scallions Metal Blade

Slicing Disc

Chop

Slice

1 to 2 = cup

1 to 2 = cup


Trim, discard dark green parts, place upright in feedtube. Light to medium pressure. Long slices: trim; placelengthwise in feed tube. Medium pressure.

Spinach Metal Blade

Metal Blade

Slicing Disc

Chop

Pure

Slice

1 pound raw = 10 cups raw

1 pound raw = 1 cupscooked

1 pound raw = 10 cups raw

Pulse to chop.

Process to pure.

Roll leaves together and place upright in feed tube;medium pressure.

Zucchini/SummerSquash

Metal Blade

Slicing Disc

Shredding Disc

Chop

Slice

Shred

1 pound = 3 cups

1 pound = 3 cups

1 pound = 3 cups


Rounds: trim; place upright in feed tube. Long slices:trim; place horizontally in feed tube. Medium pressure.

Shredding: trim; place upright in feed tube. Long shreds:

trim and place horizontally in feed tube. Mediumpressure.

CHEESES

Soft Cheeses;Ricotta, Cream,Cottage, Brie,Blue, Fontina

Mozzarella, BelPaese

Metal Blade

Metal Blade

Shredding Disc

Shredding Disc

Pure

Chop

Med. Shred

Fine Shred

pound = 1 cup

pound = 1 cup

pound = 1 cup

pound = 1 cup

Cut into 1-inch pieces. Process soft cheeses until smooth.


Chill well; medium pressure. Mozzarella should be frozenfor 25 to 30 minutes before shredding.

Firm Cheeses;Cheddar, Swiss,Edam & Gouda

Metal Blade

Slicing Disc

Shredding Disc

Shredding Disc

Chop

Slice

Med. Shred

Fine Shred

pound = 1 cup

pound = 1 cup

pound = 1 cup

pound = 1 cup

Cut into - to 1-inch pieces; temperature not critical.

Chill well; light to medium pressure.

Chill well; medium pressure.

Chill well; light pressure.

Hard Cheeses;Parmesan &Romano

Metal Blade

Shredding Disc

Shredding Disc

Chop

Med. Shred

Fine Shred

pound = 3 cup

pound = 1 cup

pound = 1 cup

Cut into - to 1 inch pieces; temperature not critical.*Never process cheese that cannot be pierced with thetip of a sharp knife.

Cheese should be room temperature.

Cheese should be room temperature.

ADDITIONAL

FOODS

Baby Food Metal Blade Pure

As with all fruit and cooked vegetable pures, cutingredients into 1-inch pieces. Steam cooked ingredientsuntil completely soft. Pulse to chop, then process untilcompletely smooth. To ensure there are no lumps, pressmixture through a fine mesh strainer. Keeps well frozenin ice cube trays for individual 1-ounce portions.

Butter Metal Blade

Slicing Disc

Chop

Slice

pound (1 stick) = cup

pound (1 stick) = cup

Butter should be room temperature and cut intotablespoon-size pieces. Process, scraping bowl asnecessary. Compound butters: process flavoringingredients before adding butter. Pastry: cut butter intosmall cubes; freeze before using.

Butter should be cold, not frozen; medium pressure.

Chocolate Metal Blade

Shredding Disc

Chop

Shred

1-ounce = cup grated

1-ounce = cup grated

Cut into - to 1-inch pieces (or use chocolate chips).Pulse to start, then process to desired consistency.Texture will appear more rounded than grated.

Chill chocolate; medium to firm pressure.

Crumbs; Bread,Cookies &

Crackers

Metal Blade Chop 12 to 14 graham wafers =1 cup crumbs; 1 slice bread

= cup crumbs

Break up ingredients into - to 1-inch pieces. Processuntil fine. Breadcrumbs: make from fresh, stale or

toasted bread.


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Egg Whites Metal Blade Chop 8 egg whites = 1 cup firmwhites

Egg whites should be room temperature; add 1teaspoon lemon juice or vinegar per white. Process inan absolutely clean bowl for 1 to 2 minutes untilsurface develops ridges and mass of whites almoststops moving. These egg whites should not be used inmeringues. For whipped egg whites with volume, whipwith whisk or electric mixer.

Meat, Poultry &Fish

Metal Blade

Metal Blade

Slicing Disc

Chop

Pure

Slice

2 pound boneless = 4 cups



Cut verycold raw or cooked meat/poultry/fish into1-inch pieces; pulse to chop. Process for a few secondsat a time for a finer chop. Check texture often to avoidoverprocessing.

Cut verycold raw or cooked meat/poultry/fish into1-inch pieces; pulse to chop. Process continuously untildesired texture.

Slicing cooked meat/poultry: be sure it is verycold. Usea single chunk of meat at a time. Slicing raw meat/poultry: cut to fit feed tube; wrap in plastic to brieflyfreeze. Raw meat is ready to slice when hard to thetouch but can easily be pierced with tip of a sharp knife.*Slicing meats works best when semi-frozen.

Milk Shakes/Smoothies Metal Blade Chop/ Pure Can make up to 168-ounce servings. Milkshakes: add ice cream first; process and add milkthrough feed tube. Smoothies: add fruit first, then addthe liquid while processing.

Nuts Metal Blade

Metal Blade

Slicing Disc

Shredding Disc

Chop

Pure

Slice

Shred (fine/med.)

pound = 3 cups

pound = 1 cup

pound = 1 cup

pound = 1 cup

Pulse to chop. Hardness of nut dictates amount andtime of processing. If either flour or sugar is added tonuts during processing, they can be processed as longas possible without becoming butter. Coarsely choppednuts: 6 to 8 pulses. Finely chopped nuts: pulse 2 to 3times, then process 20 to 30 seconds, watchingcarefully for desired consistency.

Nut butter: process nuts 2 to 3 minutes, scraping bowlas necessary. For smoothest consistency, add some oilto nuts while processing.

Medium pressure; nuts will have a coarse texture.

Medium pressure; nuts will have a fine/medium texture.

Granulated Sugar(to make extrasuper-fine sugar)

Metal Blade Chop 1 pound = 2 cups Process 1 minute, or until fine.

Tofu Metal Blade Pure 10 ounces = cup Drain; process 2 minutes or until smooth.

Whipping Cream Metal Blade Chop 1 cup = cup whipped Process well-chilled cream until cream begins tothicken. Add sugar as desired; process continuously untilcream reaches desired consistency (about 3 to 4minutes).

DOUGHS

Pastry Dough Metal Blade MixPulse mixture until it has consistency between cornmealand small pebbly crumbs. Add water, 1 tablespoon at a

time; pulse until a dough forms.BattersQuick Bread,Cake & Cookies

Metal Blade Mix First sift dry ingredients together by processing; removeand reserve. Process the fats and sugars together andthen add any remaining liquid ingredients. Pulse inreserved dry ingredients. Any ingredients that need tobe coarsely chopped can be added with dry ingredients.For finely chopped ingredients, chop separately in smallwork bowl and then add to batter at the end.

Yeast DoughBreads

Metal Blade

Dough Blade

Mix

Knead

TIPS: Use cup warm liquid to proof 2 teaspoonsdry active yeast. Sugar/honey aids in activating yeast,so add a small amount, about 1 teaspoon, to the warmliquid/yeast mixture when proofing. Food processor canhandle up to 8 cups white flour for a yeast bread dough.The dough should have a soft, pliable texture and feel

only slightly tacky.*

Sweet DoughBreads & CoffeeCakes

Metal Blade

Dough Blade

Mix

Knead

See TIPS above, but keep in mind that sweet doughswill be rich and sticky and may not clean sides of bowl;bowl may need to be scraped. Sweet doughs requireless kneading once the ingredients are mixed.*

Note: Use dough blade for kneading dough in the large bowl only. The small bowl may not be used for dough.

*See troubleshooting for additional direction and techniques.


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CLEaNING aNd STORaGEKeep your Cuisinart Elite Collection 12-CupFood Processor ready to use on the kitchencounter. When not in use, leave it unplugged.

Keep the blades and discs out of the reach ofchildren.

All parts except the housing base aredishwasher safe, and we recommend washingthem in the dishwasher on the top rck only.Due to intense water heat, washing the workbowls, cover and accessories on the bottomrack may cause damage over time. Insert thecover with the feed tube facing up to ensureproper cleaning of the seal. (Note: The seal isnot removable and water will drain properly.)Insert the work bowls and pushers upside down

for drainage. Remember to unload thedishwasher carefully wherever you place sharpblades and discs.

To simplify cleaning, rinse the work bowls,cover, pusher assembly and blade or discimmediately after use so food wont dry onthem. Be sure to place the pushers upsidedown for drainage. If food lodges in the pusher,remove it by running water through it, or use abottle brush.

If you wash blades and discs by hand, do itcarefully. When handling, use the plastic hubson the blades and finger holes for the discs.

Avoid leaving them in soapy water where theymay disappear from sight. To clean the metalblade, fill the work bowl with soapy water, holdthe blade by its plastic center and move itrapidly up and down on the center shaft of thebowl. Use of a spray attachment is alsoeffective. If necessary, use a brush.

The work bowls are made of polycarbonateplastic, which is shatter resistant and heatresistant. They should not be placed in amicrowave oven, as the aperture at the front ofthe pusher houses the metal rod that activatesthe motor.

The housing base may be wiped clean with asoapy, non-abrasive material. Be sure to dryonce clean.

Four rubber feet on the underside keep the basefrom moving on most work surfaces when themachine is processing heavy loads. If the feetleave spots on the counter, spray them with aspot remover and wipe with a damp sponge. Ifany trace of the spot remains, repeat theprocedure and wipe the area with a dampsponge and nonabrasive cleaning powder.

ImPORTaNT: Never store any blade or disc onthe motor shaft. No blade or disc should beplaced on the shaft except when the processoris about to be used.

FOR YOUR SaFETY

Like all powerful electrical appliances, a foodprocessor should be handled with care. Followthese guidelines to protect yourself and yourfamily from misuse that could cause injury.

Handle and store metal blades and discscarefully. Their cutting edges are very sharp.

Always place the stem adapter on the motorshaft before assembling the discs.

Never put blades or discs on the motor shaftuntil the work bowl is locked in place.

Always be sure that the blade or disc is downon motor shaft as far as it will go.

Always insert chopping blade and dough bladein the work bowl before putting ingredients inbowl.

When slicing or shredding food, always use thepusher. Never put your fingers or spatula intofeed tube.

Always wait for the blade or disc to stop

spinning before you remove the pusherassembly or cover from the work bowl.

Always unplug the unit before removing food,cleaning, or putting on or taking off parts.

Always remove work bowl from base of machinebefore you remove chopping blade or doughblade.

TECHNICaL daTaThe motor in your food processor operates on a

standard line operating current. The appropriatevoltage and frequency for your machine areshown on a label on the bottom of the base.

An automatic, temperature-controlled circuitbreaker in the motor ensures completeprotection against motor burnout. If theprocessor runs for an exceptionally long timewhen chopping, mixing or kneading a thick orheavy mixture in successive batches, the motormay overheat. If this happens, the processor will

stop. Turn it off and wait for the motor to coolbefore proceeding. It will usually cool within 10minutes. In extreme cases, it could take an hour.

Safety switches prevent the machine fromoperating when the work bowl or the cover isnot locked into position. The motor stops withinseconds when the motor is turned off, and when


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the pusher assembly is removed, a fast-stopcircuit also enables the motor to stop withinseconds.

Cuisinart offers a Limited Three-Year Warrantyon the entire machine.

TROUBLESHOOTINGFood Processing1. Proble: The food is unevenly processed

Solution: The ingredients should be cut evenly

into - to 1-inch pieces beforeprocessing.

Process in batches to avoidoverloading.

2. Proble: Slices are uneven or slanted Solution:

Place evenly cut food into the feed tube.

Apply even pressure on the pusher.

3. Proble: Food falls over in feed tube

Solution: Large feed tube must be packed full

for best results. If processing smallerquantities, use the small feed tube.

4. Proble: Some food remains on topof the disc.

Solution: It is normal for small pieces to remain;

cut remaining bits by hand and add toprocessed ingredients.

Dough Processing

1. Proble: Motor slows down.

Solution:

Amount of dough may exceed maximumcapacity of your food processor. Removehalf and process in two batches.

Dough may be too wet (see number 10).If motor speeds up, continue processing.If not, add more flour, 1 tablespoon at atime until the motor speeds up. Processuntil dough cleans the side of the workbowl.

2. Proble: Blade doesnt incorporate

ingredients. Solution: Always start the food processor before

adding liquid. Add liquid in a slow, steadystream, allowing the dry ingredients toabsorb it. If too much liquid is added,wait until ingredients in the work bowl

have mixed, then add remaining liquidslowly (do not turn off the machine). Pourliquid onto dough as it passes under feedtube opening; do not pour liquid directlyonto bottom of the work bowl.

3. Proble: Blade rises in work bowl

Solution: Excessively sticky dough can cause blade

to rise. Reinsert blade and immediatelyadd 2 tablespoons of flour through thefeed tube while the machine is running.

4. Proble: The large pusher moves whenprocessing dough or other heavy loads.

Solution: The pusher lock feature, located above

the handle, should be pulled out (some

vibration is normal).5. Proble: Dough doesnt clean inside of

the work bowl.

Solution: Amount of dough may exceed maximum

capacity of your food processor. Removehalf and process in two batches.

Dough may be too dry (see number 9).

Dough may be too wet (see number 10).

6. Proble: Nub of dough forms on top ofblade and does not become uniformlykneaded.

Solution: Stop machine, carefully remove dough,

divide it into 3 pieces and redistributethem evenly in the work bowl.

7. Proble: Dough feels tough after kneading

Solution:

Divide dough into 2 or 3 pieces andredistribute evenly in bowl. Process 10seconds or until uniformly soft and pliable.

8. Proble: Dough is too dry.

Solution: While machine is running, add water, 1

tablespoon at a time until dough cleansthe inside of the bowl.

9. Proble: Dough is too wet.

Solution: While machine is running, add flour, 1tablespoon at a time until dough cleansthe inside of the bowl.


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Technical

1. Proble: The motor does not start.

Solution: There is a safety interlock to prevent the

motor from starting if it is not properlyassembled. Make sure the work bowl

and work bowl cover are securely lockedinto position.

If you are slicing or shredding and theabove solution does not work, make surethat the food contents in the feed tubeare cut below the maximum fill line sothat the activation rod can engage themotor.

If the motor still will not start, check thepower cord and outlet.

2. Proble: The food processor shuts offduring operation.

Solution: The cover may have become unlocked;

check to make sure it is securely inposition.

A safety protector in the motor preventsthe motor from overheating, which iscaused by excessive strain. Press the Offcontrol button and wait 10 to 15 minutes

to allow the food processor to cool offbefore resuming.

3. Proble: The food processor coverbecomes unlatched in the back and ormakes a loud noise.

Solution: The back of the cover becoming

unlatched, and any related noise, will notprevent the unit from working. Simplypush down to lock the back into position.

4. Proble: The motor slowed down duringoperation.

Solution: This is normal as some heavier loads (e.g.

slicing/shredding cheese) may require themotor to work harder. Simply repositionthe food in the feed tube and try again.

The maximum load capacity may havebeen exceeded. Remove some of the

ingredients and continue processing.5. Proble: It is difficult to remove the

chopping/mixing blade from the work bowl.

Solution: These innovative blades have been

designed to lock in the work bowl toprevent them from falling out when

emptying the contents of the bowl. Usingextreme care, use a little extra force toremove the blade.

6. Proble: The food processor vibrated/moved around the countertop duringprocessing.

Solution: Make sure the rubber feet at the bottom

of the unit are clean and dry. Also makesure that the maximum load capacity isnot being exceeded.

This is normal as some heavier loads (e.g.slicing/shredding cheese) may require themotor to work harder.

7. Proble: The large pusher falls out whenthe cover is turned upside down.

Solution:

The pusher lock feature, located abovethe handle, should be pulled out.

waRRaNTY

FULL TEN-YEaRmOTOR waRRaNTY

LImITEd 3-YEaRwaRRaNTYThis warranty is available to consumers only.You are a consumer if you own a CuisinartElite Collection 12-Cup Food Processorthat was purchased at retail for personal,family or household use. Except as otherwiserequired under applicable law, this warranty isnot available to retailers or other commercialpurchasers or owners.

We warrant that your Cuisinart Elite Collection12-Cup Food Processor will be free of defectsin materials and workmanship under normalhome use for three years from the date oforiginal purchase.

We suggest you complete and return theenclosed product registration card promptlyto facilitate verification of the date of originalpurchase. However, return of the productregistration card does not eliminate the need

for the consumer to maintain the original proofof purchase in order to obtain the warrantybenefits. In the event that you do not haveproof of purchase date, the purchase date forpurposes of this warranty will be the date ofmanufacture.


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If your Cuisinart Elite Collection 12-Cup FoodProcessor should prove to be defective withinthe warranty period, we will repair it, or if wethink necessary, replace it. To obtain warrantyservice, simply call our toll-free number 1-800-726-0190 for additional information from ourCustomer Service Representatives, or send

the defective product to Customer Service atCuisinart, 150 Milford Road, East Windsor, NJ08520.

To facilitate the speed and accuracy of yourreturn, please enclose $10.00 for shipping andhandling of the product.

Please pay by check or money order (Californiaresidents need only supply proof of purchaseand should call 1-800-726-0190 for shippinginstructions).

NOTE: For added protection and securehandling of any Cuisinart product that is beingreturned, we recommend you use a traceable,insured delivery service. Cuisinart cannot beheld responsible for in-transit damage or forpackages that are not delivered to us. Lostand/or damaged products are not coveredunder warranty. Please be sure to includeyour return address, daytime phone number,description of the product defect, product

model number (located on bottom of product),original date of purchase, and any otherinformation pertinent to the products return.

Your Cuisinart Elite Collection 12-Cup FoodProcessor has been manufactured to thestrictest specifications and has been designedfor use with the authorized accessories andreplacement parts.

This warranty expressly excludes anydefects or damages caused by accessories,

replacement parts, or repair service other thanthose that have been authorized by Cuisinart.

This warranty does not cover any damagecaused by accident, misuse, shipment or otherordinary household use.

This warranty excludes all incidental orconsequential damages. Some states donot allow the exclusion or limitation of thesedamages, so these exclusions may not applyto you.

CaLIFORNIa RESIdENTS ONLY:California law provides that for In-WarrantyService, California residents have the option ofreturning a nonconforming product (A) to thestore where it was purchased or (B) to anotherretail store which sells Cuisinart products ofthe same type.

The retail store shall then, at its discretion,either repair the product, refer the consumerto an independent repair facility, replacethe product, or refund the purchase priceless the amount directly attributable to theconsumers prior usage of the product. If theabove options do not result in the appropriate

relief to the consumer, the consumer may thentake the product to an independent repairfacility if service or repair can be economicallyaccomplished. Cuisinart and not the consumerwill be responsible for the reasonable cost ofsuch service, repair, replacement, or refund fornonconforming products under warranty.

California residents may also, according to theirpreference, return nonconforming productsdirectly to Cuisinart for repair, or if necessary,

replacement, by calling our Consumer ServiceCenter toll-free at 1-800-726-0190.

Cuisinart will be responsible for the cost of therepair, replacement, and shipping and handlingfor such products under warranty.

BEFORE RETURNINGYOUR CUISINaRT PROdUCT

If you are experiencing problems with yourCuisinart product, we suggest that you callour Cuisinart Service Center at

1-800-726-0190 before returning the productto be serviced. If servicing is needed, aRepresentative can confirm whether theproduct is under warranty and direct you tothe nearest service location.

Important: If the nonconforming product is tobe serviced by someone other than Cuisinarts

Authorized Service Center, please remind theservicer to call our Consumer Service Centerat 1-800-726-0190 to ensure that the problem

is properly diagnosed, the product is servicedwith the correct parts, and the product is stillunder warranty.

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