MZ1230 - Food processor DCG - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Food Processor
Brand	DCG
Model	MZ1230
Dimensions (approx.)	25 x 20 x 40 cm
Weight (approx.)	4.5 kg
Power	1000 W
Bowl Capacity	2.5 liters
Speed Settings	2 speeds + pulse
Functions	Chopping, slicing, shredding, blending
Blade Material	Stainless steel
Housing Material	Plastic
Safety Features	Safety lock system, non-slip feet
Cleaning	Detachable parts dishwasher safe
Accessories Included	Dough hook, whipping tool, slicing disc
Warranty	2 years

Frequently Asked Questions - MZ1230 DCG

How do I assemble the food processor?

Place the bowl on the base, align the safety lock, then attach the lid and lock it. Insert the desired disc or blade and push down securely.

What is the maximum capacity for liquid?

Do not fill the bowl beyond the maximum fill line (typically 2 liters for liquids) to avoid spills.

Can I knead dough with this model?

Yes, using the included dough hook. Use pulse mode for heavy dough and do not exceed 1 kg of flour.

How do I clean the parts?

All detachable parts (bowl, lid, discs) are dishwasher safe. Wipe the motor base with a damp cloth. Never immerse the base.

Why does my food processor not start?

Ensure the bowl and lid are properly locked in place with the safety lock mechanism. Also check the power cord and outlet.

What safety features does it have?

It includes a safety lock system that prevents operation if not assembled correctly, and non-slip feet for stability.

Can I crush ice?

Yes, use the pulse function with the steel blade. Do not overload with ice cubes.

How should I store the accessories?

Store discs and blades in a dry place, preferably inside the bowl with the lid on to keep them organized.

Are replacement parts available?

Yes, contact DCG customer service or check the website for spare parts like bowls, lids, and blades.

Is the food processor noisy?

It operates at a typical noise level for food processors (around 70-80 dB). Use on a stable surface to reduce vibration.

USER MANUAL MZ1230 DCG

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MANUALE D'USO/USER MANUAL

PER LA VOSTRA SICUREZZA E PER UN CORRETTO USO DELL'APPARECCHIO LEGGERE ATTENTAMENTE E CONSERVARE QUESTO MANUALE

AVVERTENZE GENERALI DI SICUREZZA

PERICOLO PER I BAMBINI!

- QUESTO APPARECCHIO ELETTRICO NON È UN GIOCATTOLO. UTILIZZARLO E RIPORLO FUORI DAL- LA PORTATA DEI BAMBINI. I COMPONENTI DELL'IM- BALLAGGIO (EVENTUALI SACCHETTI IN PLASTICA, CARTONI, ECC.) DEVONO ESSERE TENUTI LONTA- NI DALLA PORTATA DEI BAMBINI.

- L'APPARECCHIO NON DEVE ESSERE UTILIZZATO DAI BAMBINI. TENERE FUORI DALLA LORO PORTATA. L'APPARECCHIO PUÒ ESSERE UTILIZZATO DA PERSONE CON RIDOTTE CAPACITÀ FISICHE, SENSORIALI O MENTALI, O PRIVE DI ESPERIENZA O DELLA NECESSARIA CONOSCENZA, PURCHÉ SOTTO SORVEGLIANZA DI UN ADULTO RESPONSABILE OPPURE DOPO CHE LE STESSE ABBIANO RICEVUTO ISTRUZIONI RELATIVE ALL'USO SICURO DELL'APPARECCHIO E ALLA COMPRENSIONE DEI PERICOLI AD ESSO INERENTI. I BAMBINI NON DEVONO GIOCARE CON L'APPARECCHIO. LA PULIZIA E LA MANUTENZIONE DESTINATA AD ESSERE EFFETTUATA DALL'UTILIZZATORE NON DEVE ESSERE EFFETTUATA DA BAMBINI SENZA SORVEGLIANZA DI UN ADULTO RESPONSABILE.

- I BAMBINI DEVONO ESSERE TENUTI SOTTO CONTROLLO PER EVITARE CHE GIOCHINO CON L'APPARECCHIO.

PERICOLO LESIONI!

- PRESTARE MASSIMA ATTENZIONE NEL CASO IN CUI SI UTILIZZI L'APPARECCHIO IN PRESENZA DI

BAMBINI.

• QUANDO L'APPARECCHIO E' IN FUNZIONE CONTROLLARLO COSTANTEMENTE E NON LASCIARLO MAI INCUSTODITO.
  • PER EVITARE LESIONI TENERE LONTANI VESTITI E ALTRI OGGETTI.
• PRIMA DI SOSTITUIRE GLI ACCESSORI SPEGNE-RE L'APPARECCHIO E STACCARE LA SPINA! NON INSERIRE LA SPINA DELL'APPARECCHIO NELLA PRESA SENZA AVER PRIMA INSTALLATO TUTTI GLI ACCESSORI NECESSARI.
• NON TOCCARE MAI LE PARTI IN MOVIMENTO DELL'APPARECCHIO ED ATTENDERE SEMPRE L'ARRESTO.
• TOGLIERE LA SPINA DALLA PRESA QUANDO L'APPARECCHIO NON E' UTILIZZATO.
• NON EFFETTUARE ALCUN TENTATIVO DI PULIZIA MENTRE L'APPARECCHIO E' IN FUNZIONE.
  • LE OPERAZIONI DI PULIZIA NON DEVONO ESSER EFFETTUATE DA BAMBINI NON SORVEGLIATI.

PERICOLO SCOSSA ELETTRICA!

• QUESTO APPARECCHIO È CONCEPITO PER FUNZIONARE UNICAMENTE A CORRENTE ALTERNATA. PRIMA DI METTERLO IN FUNZIONE ASSICURARSI CHE LA TENSIONE DI RETE CORRISPONDA A QUELLA INDICATA SULLA TARGHETTA DATI.
  • COLLEGARE L'APPARECCHIO SOLO A PRESE DI CORRENTE AVENTI PORTATA MINIMA 10 AMPERE.

• NON TIRATE IL CAVO DI ALIMENTAZIONE O L'APPARECCHIO STESSO PER TOGLIERE LA SPINA DALLA PRESA DI CORRENTE.

• SVOLGERE COMPLETAMENTE IL CAVO DI ALIMENTAZIONE ELETTRICA PRIMA DI METTERE IN FUNZIONE L'APPARECCHIO.
  • NON LASCIARE MAI SCORRERE IL CAVO DI ALIMENTAZIONE SU SPIGOLI TAGLIENTI; EVITARE DI SCHIACCIARLO.
  • NON LASCIARE L'APPARECCHIO ESPOSTO AD AGENTI ATMOSFERICI (PIOGGIA, GELO, SOLE, ECC.).
  • NON UTILIZZARE MAI L'APPARECCHIO:

• CON LE MANI BAGNATE O UMIDE;
• SE È CADUTO E PRESENTA EVIDENTI ROTTURE O ANOMALIE DI FUNZIONAMENTO;
• SE LA SPINA O IL CAVO DI ALIMENTAZIONE ELET-TRICA È DIFETTOSO;
• IN AMBIENTI UMIDI O SATURI DI GAS.
• NON COPRIRE L'APPARECCHIO CON ASCIUGA-MANI, INDUMENTI, ECC.
• COLLOCARE L'APPARECCHIO SOLO SU PIANI DI APPOGGIO ORIZZONTALI E STABILI, LONTANO DA DOCCE, VASCHE DA BA-GNO, LAVANDINI, ECC.
• SE L'APPARECCHIO SI DOVESSE BAGNARE O ENTRASSE IN CONTATTO CON ACQUA NON UTILIZZARLO E FARLO CONTROLLARE DA UN LABORATORIO SPECIALIZZATO.
• TOGLIERE SEMPRE LA SPINA DALLA RETE DI ALIMENTAZIONE ELETTRICA IMMEDIATAMENTE DOPO L'USO E PRIMA DI ESEGUIRE QUALSIASI INTERVENTO DI PULIZIA O MANUTENZIONE.
  • LE EVENTUALI RIPARAZIONI DEVONO ESSERE ESEGUITE SOLO DA UN TECNICO SPECIALIZZATO.

RIPARARE DA SÉ L'APPARECCHIO PUÒ ESSERE ESTREMAMENTE PERICOLOSO.

• UN APPARECCHIO FUORI USO DEVE ESSERE RESO INUTILIZZABILE, TAGLIANDO IL CAVO DI ALIMENTAZIONE ELETTRICA, PRIMA DI BUTTARLO.
• PULIRE L'APPARECCHIO UTILIZZANDO UN PANNO UMIDO. NON USARE SOLVENTI O DETERSIVI ABRASIVI.

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GENERAL SAFETY INDICATIONS

DANGER FOR CHILDREN

• A POWER DEVICE IS NOT A TOY. AFTER USE, STORE IT OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. KEEP PACKING MATERIAL (PLASTIC BAGS, CARTON, ETC.) OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
• THE APPLIANCE SHOULD NOT BE USED BY CHILDREN. KEEP OUT OF THEIR REACH. THE DEVICE CAN BE USED BY PEOPLE WITH REDUCED PHYSICAL, SENSORY CAPACITY OR MENTAL, OR WITHOUT EXPERIENCE OR HAVING THE NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, AS LONG AS THEY ARE UNDER SURVEILLANCE OF A RESPONSIBLE ADULT OR AFTER THEY HAVE RECEIVED INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING SAFE USE OF THE APPLIANCE AND UNDERSTANDING OF THE DANGERS INHERENT IN IT. CHILDREN SHOULD NOT PLAY WITH THE APPLIANCE. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE INTENDED TO BE CARRIED OUT BY THE USER SHOULD NOT BE CARRIED OUT BY CHILDREN WITHOUT SURVEILLANCE OF A RESPONSIBLE ADULT
• CHILDREN SHOULD BE SUPERVISED TO MAKE SURE THEY DO NOT PLAY WITH THE APPLIANCE.

RISK OF INJURY!

• PAY UTMOST ATTENTION IN CASE THE APPLIANCE IS USED IN THE PRESENCE OF CHILDREN.
• NEVER LEAVE THE APPLIANCE UNATTENDED WHILE WORKING.
  • TO AVOID INJURIES, DO NOT INTRODUCE YOUR HANDS IN THE MACHINE WHILE IT IS OPERATING AND KEEP AWAY CLOTHES AND OTHER OBJECTS.
• SWITCH OFF AND UNPLUG THE APPLIANCE BEFORE CHANGING THE ACCESSORIES! DO NOT CONNECT THE PLUG TO THE POWER SOCKET IF THE NECESSARY ACCESSORIES ARE NOT INSTALLED.
• NEVER TOUCH THE MOVING PARTS OF THE APPLIANCE AND ALWAYS WAIT FOR THE APPLIANCE TO STOP COMPLETELY.
• DISCONNECT THE PLUG FROM THE OUTLET WHEN THE APPLIANCE IS NO LONGER IN USE.
• DO NOT CLEAN WHILE THE APPLIANCE IS WORKING. DO NOT USE ANY SHARP OBJECT TO REMOVE POSSIBLE FOREIGN OBJECTS
• THE CLEANING MUST NOT BE CARRIED OUT BY UNSUPERVISED CHILDREN

RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOK!

- THIS APPLIANCE IS DESIGNED TO OPERATE ONLY WITH ALTERNATING CURRENT. BEFORE OPERATING, MAKE SURE THAT THE VOLTAGE CORRESPONDS TO THE ONE INDICATED ON THE DATA PLATE.

- ONLY CONNECT THE APPLIANCE TO THE POWER OUTLETS WITH A MINIMUM CAPACITY OF 10 AMPERES.

- DO NOT PULL THE POWER CORD OR THE APPLIANCE ITSELF TO REMOVE THE PLUG FROM THE WALL SOCKET.

• FULLY UNWIND THE POWER CORD BEFORE OPERATING THE APPLIANCE.
• NEVER LET THE POWER CORD RUN THROUGH SHARP EDGES; AVOID CRUSHING IT.
• DO NOT LEAVE THE APPLIANCE EXPOSED TO ATMOSPHERIC AGENTS (RAIN, FROST, SUN, ETC.).
• NEVER USE THE APPLIANCE:
• WITH WET OR MOIST HANDS;
• IF IT HAS FALLEN AND HAS OBVIOUS RUPTURES OR MALFUNCTIONS;
• IF THE PLUG OR POWER CORD DEFECTIVE;
• IN HUMID OR GAS SATURATED ENVIRONMÊNTS.
• DO NOT COVER THE APPLIANCE WITH TOWELS, CLOTHING, ETC.
• PLACE THE APPLIANCE ONLY ON HORIZONTAL AND STABLE SURFACES, AWAY FROM SHOWERS, BATHTUB, SINKS, ETC.
• IF THE APPLIANCE IS WET OF GETS IN CONTACT WITH WATER, DO NOT USE IT AND HAVE IT CHECKED BY A SPECIALISED LABORATORY.
• ALWAYS REMOVE THE MAINS PLUG FROM THE POWER SUPPLY IMMEDIATELY AFTER USE AND BEFORE PERFORMING ANY CLEANING OR MAINTENANCE WORK.
• REPAIRS SHOULD ONLY BE CARRIED OUT BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN.
• REPAIRING THE APPLIANCE BY YOURSELF CAN-BE EXTREMELY DANGEROUS.
• AN APPLIANCE THAT IS NOT WORKING ANYMORE, MUST BE RENDERED UNUSABLE, BY CUTTING THE POWER CORD BEFORE THROWING IT.
• CLEAN THE APPLIANCE USING A DAMP CLOTH. DO NOT USE SOLVENTS OR ABRASIVE DETERGENTS.
• THE APPLIANCE IS DESIGNED FOR DOMESTIC USE.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. The chopper will not work unless it's properly assembled.
2. Do not use the appliance for any purpose other than those described in these instructions.
3. Do not use the appliance empty or overloaded.
4. Please do not use the appliance for dry grinding hard food like soybeans, uncooked rice, frozen meat etc, and avoid succulent liquid foods.
5. Please do not touch the blade unit or motor while the appliance is running, to avoid serious personal injury and damage the appliance.
6. Do not run the appliance for more than 15 seconds continuously. After 15 seconds, let it cool for 2 minutes before using it again.
7. If the appliance stops running during normal operation, it is possible that the motor switched off because of the motor temperature protection. Please turn off the unit and disconnect from the mains, then let it cool for about 20-30 minutes before using again.
8. Do not put the motor unit in water or other liquids or wash it with water or the other liquids.
9. Please DO NOT use steel wool or the other abrasive cleaning tools to avoid scratching the appliance.
10. Do not use the dishwasher to clean the appliance.

- IF THE POWER CORD IS DAMAGED, IT MUST BE REPLACED BY THE MANUFACTURER OR BY ITS TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE SERVICE OR IN ANY CASE BY A PERSON WITH SIMILAR QUALIFICATIONS, TO PREVENT ANY RISK.

KNOW YOUR MINI CHOPPER

Item Part Function
1 Level I Button		To control on/off, to chop soft food like vegetables
2 Level II Button		To control on/off, to chop hard food like meat and carrots
3 Motor unit		Main unit, power source for appliance
4 Lid		Provides safety protection du-ring operation
5 blade		Preparing food (vegetable, fruit, meat). Assembles with bowl and lid.
6 Bowl Serving food
7 Non Slip mat		Anti-slip, attach to unit during operation, can be detached for cleaning

The advantage of your mini chopper

1) S blade design makes for perfect chopping.
2) Motor overheat protection for safe use.
3) Glass chopper bowl, healthy and easy to clean.
4) Detachable parts, easy cleaning.
5) Changeable speed, smooth operation, low noise and strong chopping power
6) With spatula it's easy to remove the processed food.

HOW TO USE

Before using, please clean all parts that will touch the food.

1. Take out the mini chopper and accessories; use cleanser and water to clean the lid, main/auxiliary blade units, and chopper bowl. Use wet cloth to clean the motor unit.
2. Put the anti-slip mat one the fl at surface, then place the chopper bowl on it. Avoid contact with other nearby items keep it way from the children.
3. Assembling

a) Put the chopper bowl on the non-slip mat. (Fig 1).
b) Fix the main/auxiliary blade unit into the shaft, then add the food. (Fig 2)

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c) After adding the food, place the cover lid as in Fig 3.
d) Put the motor unit on the chopper lid, so that the blade unit handle is aligned with the center hole of main unit.(Fig 4)
e) After assembling the appliance correctly, plug in the power code and press the switch, the appliance will start working. When you stop pressing the power switch, the appliance will stop running.

f) Attach the blade unit to the main unit (Fig 1 and Fig 2)

REMARK

1. If you didn't assemble the auxiliary blade correctly before using, the auxiliary blade unit may become loose and touch the bowl or lid and possibly hurt the operator. Please use it correctly.
2. There is safety lock on the main unit. During operation, please ensure the appliance is sitting fl at and press the switch firmly to start the operation, otherwise the appliance will not be activated.

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1. Meat food processing: before adding meat, remove the muscle, bone, skin, etc., and cut the meat into 1-2 cm pieces, then add to the bowl. The amount of meat cannot exceed the maximum limit line corresponding to meat.
2. Connect the power supply, press the switch to operate. Do not run the appliance for more than 15 seconds continuously
3. After processing, disconnect from the mains. After the blade has stopped running, remove the motor unit and open the lid. Remove the chopping blade and take out the food with the spatula.
4. While processing, if the food sticks to the bowl, please turn off the switch and disconnect from the mains, then use a spatula or chopsticks to scrape it off; then continue processing.
5. If within 15 seconds you haven't achieved the result you want, please release the operating switch and wait for 2 minutes before continuing. This will protect the appliance and extend the lifespan.
6. For any use, the consecutive operation time should not exceed 15 seconds, The operation can be carried out three times in a row with a rest period of 2 min during which the beef or meat can be replaced. Please let the unit cool to room temperature before performing next operation cycle.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

1. Unplug before dismantling or cleaning.
2. Wipe the outside of the motor unit with a clean damp cloth, do not immerse the motor unit in water.
3. Wash the removable parts in warm soapy water, rinse well, drain, and air dry
4. Never put any part of the appliance in a dishwasher.
5. Blades are extremely sharp, please do not clean by hand directly to avoid injury. Please use clear water to clean it so that you can see blade clearly.
6. Please dry the appliance part before re-assembling the parts.

Phenomenon Reason Handling method
The appliance does not work after power switched on	Did not attach the lid correctly Check the lid and attach it correctly
Burning odour from motor This is	normal for new motors If you have used the device several times but it still has burning odour, please send it back to the maintenance station.
The appliance stops running during normal operation	Thee motor temperature protection has stopped the motor	Stop operating and let cool for 20-30 mins.
The blade is stuck The blade is trapped by food Turn off the unit, detach from mains to cut off the power, open the device and take out the food. Cut the food into smaller pieces.
Abnormal noise or shock 1. Didn't assemble the blade unit well2. Didn't assemble the other parts correctly.3. The voltage is too high4. Too much food in processor		1.Take out the food and assemble the blade unit well2.Disassemble, reassemble3.Check if the voltage is too high4.Turn off the unit, unplug from power, and remove some of the food