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| Brand | Black & Decker |
| Model | FP2500IKT |
| Product Type | Large Feed Food Processor |
| Power | 500 W, 120 V~, 60 Hz |
| Bowl Capacity | 2.365 L (10 cups) |
| Bowl Material | Plastic (polycarbonate) |
| Main Blade | Stainless steel, removable |
| Slicing/Shredding Disc | Reversible, stainless steel |
| Dough Blade | Included, for dough |
| Controls | Off/Pulse, Low Speed, High Speed |
| Safety | Bowl, cover and multifunction feed chute lock |
| Maintenance | Removable parts dishwasher safe (top rack only) |
| Included Accessories | Pusher, large feed chute, storage cover, disc stem |
| Power Cord | With cord wrap under base |
| Non-slip feet | Suction cups under base |
| Warranty | 1 year (USA and Canada) |
| Pusher part number | FP2500-01 (black) / FP2500S-01 (white) |
| Disc part number | FP2500-08 |
| Main blade part number | FP2500-03 |
| Bowl part number | FP2500-06 |
| Recommended processing volume | Maximum 710 ml (3 cups) of liquid or food |
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USER MANUAL FP2500IKT BLACK & DECKER
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When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following.
Read all instructions.
☐ To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put base, cord or plug in water or other liquid.
☐ Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
☐ Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.
☐ Avoid contacting moving parts.
☐ Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment. Or, call the appropriate toll-free number listed on the cover of this manual.
☐ The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the appliance manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
☐ Do not use outdoors.
☐ Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
☐ Keep hands and utensils away from moving blades or discs while processing food to prevent the possibility of severe personal injury or damage to the food processor. A scraper may be used, but it must be used only when the food processor is not running.
□ Blades are sharp. Handle carefully.
☐ To reduce the risk of injury, never place cutting blade or discs on base without first putting bowl properly in place.
☐ Be certain cover is securely locked in place before operating appliance.
☐ Never feed food into chute by hand. Always use food pusher.
☐ Do not attempt to defeat the cover interlock mechanism.
☐ Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
- Keep hands and utensils away from the cutting blade while chopping food to reduce the risk of severe injury to persons or damage to the food chopper. A scraper may be used, but only when the food chopper is not running.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Note: The maximum rating is based on the chopping blade. Other attachments may draw significantly less power.
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.
TAMPER-RESISTANT SCREW
Warning: This appliance is equipped with a tamper-resistant screw to prevent removal of the outer cover. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not attempt to remove the outer cover. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Repair should be done only by authorized service personnel.
ELECTRICAL CORD
The cord of this appliance was selected to reduce the possibility of tangling in or tripping over a longer cord. If more length is needed, use an extension cord rated no less than 15 amperes. (For 220 volts rated products, use an extension cord rated no less than 6 amperes.) When using an extension cord, do not let it drape over the working area or dangle where someone could accidentally trip over it. Handle cord carefully for longer life; avoid jerking or straining it at outlet and appliance connections.
Note: If the power supply cord is damaged, it should be replaced by qualified personnel or in Latin America by an authorized service center.
Product may vary slightly from what is illustrated.

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+ 1. Food pusher (Part # FP2500-01 [white] / FP2500S-01 [black])
† 2. Wide-mouth feed chute (Part # FP2500-02)
+ 3. 10-cup processing workbowl cover (Part # FP2500-05)
† 4. Reversible slice/shred disc (Part # FP2500-08)
† 5. Storage lid (Part # FP2500S-09)
† 6. Dough blade (Part # FP2500-10)
† 7. Large, stainless steel chopping blade (Part # FP2500-03)
† 8. Disc stem (Part # FP2500-11)
† 9. 10-cup processing workbowl (Part # FP2500-06)
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Base
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Cord wrap (under base)
† 12. Non-skid suction feet (Part # FP2500-12)
- Controls
† Consumer replaceable/removable parts
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How to Use
This product is for household use only.
- Remove all packing material and any stickers from the product.
Important: Handle chopping blade and slice/shred disc carefully. They are very sharp.
- Wash all removable parts as instructed in CARE AND CLEANING section of this manual.
- Select a level, dry countertop where the appliance is to be used, allowing air space on all sides to provide proper ventilation for the motor.
ASSEMBLING THE PROCESSOR
How to Insert and Remove the Center Post:
The center post of the bowl is removable:
- Turn the bowl upside down.

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Grasp the clear outer tabs and turn the center post clockwise until the lower tabs are free. Lift the post out (B).
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To return to its original position, place center post into smaller opening in bottom of workbowl and turn counterclockwise until tabs snap into place.
How to Lock the Workbowl in Position:

- Hold handle and rotate workbowl clockwise toward the lock symbol 📋 until it clicks firmly into place (D). Be sure to lock the workbowl in place before attaching the blades and cover.
How to Lock the Cover:
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Place cover over workbowl with the small latch to the right of the workbowl's handle (E).
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Hold feed chute of workbowl cover and rotate cover clockwise until cover locks into place.
Important: For your protection this appliance has an interlock system. The processor will not operate unless the workbowl, cover and wide-mouth feed chute are properly locked in place.
- Place the wide-mouth feed chute on top of the cover with the small tab to the right of the workbowl's handle. Turn clockwise until it clicks into position over the handle.


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- Insert the food pusher into the central tube of the wide-mouth feed chute. Turn clockwise to lock in place. The pusher is used to guide foods through the feed chute and can be removed when adding liquid or additional foods while the processor is running. To remove, turn counterclockwise.
CONTROLS

The controls are located on the front of the base (F). Press PULSE, HIGH or LOW to select a function (see directions below).
OFF/PULSE:
- Processor should be stored in OFF position and unplugged when not in use.
- Use PULSE for short processing tasks. This lets you control the size and uniformity of foods being chopped.
- The OFF/PULSE button must be pressed and held for the appliance to operate in PULSE mode. When released, the appliance will stop.
- The motor of the processor will run as long as the OFF/PULSE button is held down. Press the button and then release to allow the blades to stop running and the food to fall to the bottom of the workbowl.
- Pulsing gives better control when chopping, mincing, mixing and blending foods. You can control the size of the foods, from coarse to fine.
HIGH and LOW:
When either speed is selected, the processor will run continuously until the OFF/PULSE button is pressed.
HOW TO CHOP
The chopping blade is used to coarsely or finely chop, mince, mix and puree foods to a smooth consistency.
- Lock workbowl into position (see Illustrations B and C).

- Hold chopping blade by center shaft and insert onto center post (G).
Caution: The blade attachments are very sharp. Use caution when handling and storing. - Place food in workbowl.
- Place cover on workbowl and lock into place by rotating clockwise (see Illustration D).
Important: Never use your fingers to direct food through the chute.
- Select your desired speed (PULSE, LOW or HIGH).
Note: Process foods for no more than a few seconds at a time. Pulsing produces excellent results and offers greater control. - Food can be added while processor is running; remove food pusher and insert food through the feed chute. Replace food pusher in chute.
Important: Be sure chopping blade has completely stopped spinning before removing cover from processor.
- Press the OFF/PULSE button and allow blades to stop revolving before removing cover. Twist cover toward to remove.
- Unlock workbowl by turning it counterclockwise and lift off base.
Note: Remove bowl from appliance before removing blade to prevent food from leaking through the center opening of the bowl.
- Carefully remove chopping blade.
- Unplug appliance when not in use.
Helpful Tips for Chopping and Blending:
• The processor works very quickly.
• Watch carefully to avoid over-processing foods.
• The PULSE button offers the best control and results.
- For best results, process foods that are about the same size.
- Do not overload the bowl.
- Never walk away from the processor while it is on.
- Use hot but never boiling liquids.
- Do not process more than 3 cups of liquid in the workbowl at one time.
• The workbowl has a capacity of 10 cups.
- Insert a funnel into the feed chute when adding ingredients such as oil, flour and sugar.
USING THE DOUGH BLADE
This blade makes preparing dough and pastry efficient and time-saving.
Note: This blade does not extend to the outside rim of the workbowl, so it cannot incorporate flour when very small amounts of flour are being processed. Use the metal blade for mixtures that contain less than 2 cups of flour.
- Push dough blade down as far as it will go into workbowl.
- Insert all the dry ingredients into the workbowl.
- Place cover on workbowl. Add multi-functional feed chute and food pusher. Process to blend.
- Add liquids through the small feed chute with machine running.
HOW TO SLICE OR SHRED
- Lock workbowl into position (see Illustrations B and C).
- Place disc stem onto center post in workbowl.
- Carefully place slice/shred disc on stem with appropriate side up (depending on work to be done).
Caution: The blade attachments are very sharp. Use caution when handling and storing.
- Place cover on workbowl and lock into place by rotating cover clockwise (see Illustration D).
- Fill feed chute with food. Select regular opening or wide-mouth, depending upon size of food to be processed. Position food pusher over food (H).

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- Select PULSE, LOW or HIGH; press firmly on food pusher to guide food through processor, but do not force it.
Note: Heavy pressure on the pusher does not speed the work; use the pusher only as a guide. Let the processor do the work.
- When finished, press OFF/PULSE and wait for disc to stop rotating before removing cover. Twist cover toward to remove.
- Carefully remove slice/shred disc. Unlock workbowl by turning it counterclockwise and lifting it off the base.
- Unplug appliance when not in use.
Helpful Tips When Slicing and Shredding:
- Before slicing round fruits and vegetables in the processor, cut a thin slice from the bottom so food will be more stable. Place food cut side down in feed chute.
• Always remove seeds and pits before processing. - Select foods that are firm and not overripe.
- Remove the core from hard vegetables, such as cabbage.
- When slicing thinner vegetables, cut them just short of the length of the feed chute and stand them vertically in feed chute so they are solidly packed and cannot turn or tilt.
- Shred hard cheeses at room temperature.
- Soft and semi-hard cheeses should be well chilled before shredding.
• After food has been processed, remove the cover and invert on countertop.
Care and Cleaning
This product contains no user serviceable parts. Refer service to qualified service personnel.
Note: Do not attempt to sharpen the cutting edges of the blades or discs. They are permanently sharpened at the factory and will be ruined by attempted sharpening.
CARE AND CLEANING
Note: Before cleaning, be sure unit is turned off and cord is unplugged.
- Completely disassemble processor parts before washing.
- Whenever possible, rinse parts immediately after processing for easy cleanup.
- Wipe base and feet with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly. Stubborn spots can be removed by rubbing with a damp cloth and a mild, nonabrasive cleaner. Do not immerse base in liquid.
- All removable parts can be washed by hand or in a dishwasher. Hand washing of plastic parts will help to maintain the processor's appearance.
- If washing by hand, fill workbowl with hot soapy water and rapidly raise and lower the cutting blade and discs up and down on the center shaft.
- If your sink has a sprayer nozzle, you will find it helpful in rinsing the blades.
- If washing in a dishwasher, place removable parts on top rack only – not in or near utensil basket.
- Some staining of parts may occur. Make a paste of 2 tablespoons baking soda / 1 tablespoon water. Apply to stains and let stand overnight. Rinse and dry.
- Do not use rough scouring pads or cleansers on any plastic or metal parts.
- Do not allow blades or discs to soak in water for long periods of time.
- Remove the workbowl cover and blade. Invert an empty 35-mm film canister over the hole in the workbowl. Fill with hot, soapy water and allow to soak.
- Remember to clean the internal shaft of the chopping blade; use a baby bottle brush to remove any clogged food particles.
- If you are having trouble closing the cover over the workbowl, apply a small amount of vegetable oil to the rim of the cover and workbowl. This should make the pieces work smoother when attaching the cover to the bowl.
RECIPES
OLIVE TAPENADE
12 cup pitted Kalamata olives
14 cup Sicilian green olives
4 anchovy fillets
1 large clove garlic, minced
2 tbsp. capers
14 cup tuna
1 tbsp. lemon juice
1 cup packed basil leaves
14 cup mayonnaise
14 cup olive oil
Combine first 8 ingredients in workbowl of Black & Decker® Food Processor fitted with cutting blade. Add mayo and blend. Drizzle oil down small feed chute. Process until smooth.
Serve immediately with veggies or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. For the most flavor, allow mixture to stand until it comes to room temperature.
Serve on crisp toast rounds or toasted baguettes.
Makes about 1½ cups.
BASIC WHITE BREAD
^3/_4 cup water
12 cup milk
3 tbsp. butter or margarine
1 ¼ tsp. active dry yeast
3½ to 3¾ cups unsifted all-purpose flour
1 tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. salt
In small saucepan, combine water, milk and butter. Heat to lukewarm (105° to 115°F). Stir in yeast to dissolve. Let rest 5 minutes.
Position dough blade in workbowl of Black & Decker® Food Processor. Add 3 cups flour, sugar and salt. With processor running, gradually add yeast mixture down feed chute. Add additional flour to make a soft dough. Continue processing dough for 1 to 1 12 minutes.
Remove workbowl from processor; remove blade. Turn dough out onto lightly floured work surface. Knead several minutes until smooth and elastic. Shape into a ball and place in greased bowl, turning to grease top.
Cover and let rise at room temperature until doubled in bulk, about 1 hour.
Punch dough down and shape into a loaf. Place in greased 9" x 5" x 3" (23 x 13 x 8 cm) loaf pan. Cover and let rise at room temperature until doubled in bulk, about 1 hour.
Bake at 375^ F ( 191^ C) for 35 minutes or until loaf is deep golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped. Remove from pan and cool on wire rack.
Yield: 1 loaf
Note: This recipe should not be doubled in the food processor.
ASIAN COLESLAW
1 small head cabbage
1 small purple onion
1 medium red pepper, cored and seeded
12 cup toasted sliced almonds
14 cup rice wine vinegar
2 tbsp. fresh lime juice
2 tsp. low sodium soy sauce
1 tsp. sesame oil
1 tsp. grated fresh ginger
1 tsp. granulated sugar
2 tsp. toasted sesame seeds
1 tsp. black sesame seeds
Using shredding side of the slice/shred disc of the Black & Decker® Food Processor, shred cabbage into workbowl; set aside in large bowl.
Using slicing side of the slice/shred disc, slice onion and pepper; add to cabbage. Add almonds and toss to blend.
In small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together vinegar, lime juice and soy sauce. Add remaining ingredients and blend well. Pour over cabbage mixture and toss to blend.
Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve or cover and let stand about 15 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
Great accompaniment for grilled chicken or fish.
Makes about 7 cups.
SPEEDY PROCESSOR PIZZA DOUGH
1¼ tsp. active dry yeast
1 ^1 / _3 cups warm water (105° - 115°F)
14 tsp. sugar
3½ to 3¾ cups unsifted all-purpose flour
1 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. olive oil
Sprinkle yeast over water; add sugar and let stand until yeast is dissolved (about 5 minutes).
Position dough blade in workbowl of Black & Decker® Food Processor. Add 3 cups flour, salt and olive oil. With processor running, gradually add yeast mixture down feed chute. Add additional flour to make a soft dough. Continue processing dough for 1 to 1 12 minutes. Stop and let dough rest for 10 minutes.
On lightly floured board, knead several times and form into ball. Place in greased bowl, turning to grease top.
Cover and let rise at room temperature until doubled in bulk, about 1 hour. Punch dough down. For thin crust pizza, divide dough in half. Roll out on lightly floured board to about 14-inch circle. Transfer to pizza pan or baking stone sprinkled with cornmeal. Lift edges to form a crust around edge of pan.
Spoon desired sauce onto crust and spread evenly. Top with desired toppings. Bake at 450°F (232°C) for 12 minutes, or until crust is golden and filling is hot.
Yield: 2 pizza crusts
ARUGULA PESTO
2 cups packed fresh arugula leaves
1 cup packed basil leaves
½ cup packed Italian parsley leaves
12 cup grated Parmesan cheese
12 cup pine nuts (pignoli)
2 large cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
^3/4 cup olive oil
Place all ingredients, except oil in workbowl of Black & Decker® Food Processor fitted with cutting blade. Cover and process on HIGH until smooth, about 1 minute. Stop occasionally to scrape down sides of bowl. Remove pusher from feed chute and drizzle oil in an even stream into processor. Continue to process until mixture is smooth.
Makes about 1½ cups.
Note: If desired, substitute 2 cups packed baby spinach leaves for arugula.
PASTRY CRUST
1 cup unsifted all-purpose flour
½ tsp. salt
14 cup shortening
2 tbsp. cold butter or margarine, cut into small pieces
2 to 4 tbsp. ice water
Position metal blade in large workbowl of Black & Decker® Food Processor. Add flour, salt, shortening and butter. PULSE 3 or 4 times, for about 3 to 4 seconds each, until mixture is crumbly.
With processor running, drizzle in just enough water through the small feed chute until mixture pulls away from sides of bowl and forms a loose ball.
Remove workbowl from processor; remove blade. Turn dough out onto lightly floured work surface. Gently shape dough into ball. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes. (If storing longer, allow dough to rest on work surface for 15 minutes before rolling out.) Roll out to a circle 2 inches larger than the inverted pie plate to be used.
Transfer pastry to pie plate. To bake empty, pierce generously with fork. Bake at 425°F (218°C) until golden, about 12 minutes.
Makes one, 9-inch (23 cm) pie crust.
TROUBLESHOOTING
| PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION | ||
| Food is unevenly chopped. | Workbowl is overfilled. You may be running the bowl continuously in-stead of on PULSE. Food may be cut in random sizes. | Smaller amounts will process more evenly. Use the PULSE button in 5-second or less increments. Allow the blades to stop completely before pressing the PULSE button again. Cut food in same size pieces before placing in processor. |
| Liquid leaks from the bot-tom of the workbowl. | Too much liquid in the workbowl. | Process smaller amounts. When processing liquids, do not add more than 3 cups to workbowl. Do not remove the blade be-fore removing workbowl from processor when processing liquids. |
| Sliced foods are uneven and slanted. | The feed chute has not been well packed or uneven pressure has been applied to the food pusher during processing. | Cut pieces in even lengths, just a little shorter than the length of the feed chute. Pack the chute carefully and maintain even pressure on the food pusher as the food is being processed. |
| Foods being sliced or shredded fill up on one side of the bowl. | This is normal. Stop processing occasionally and either even out the food in the workbowl or move it to another bowl. When food accumulates close to the disc, empty the workbowl before continuing. | |
| Some pieces of food remain on top of the slice/shred disc. | This is normal. Slice or shred those pieces by hand or save for another use, like soups that will be pureed. | |
| Soft cheese collects on top of the slice/shred disc. | The cheese was not cold enough. The pressure exerted on the pusher was too great. | Be sure soft cheeses are well chilled or place in freezer until knife inserted into cheese penetrates about 1⁄2-inch. Remember food pusher is to be used as a guide; never exert hard pressure on the food pusher. |
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(Applies only in the United States and Canada)
What does it cover?
- Any defect in material or workmanship; provided; however, Applica's liability will not exceed the purchase price of the product.
For how long?
• One year after the date of original purchase.
What will we do to help you?
- Provide you with a reasonably similar replacement product that is either new or factory refurbished.
How do you get service?
- Save your receipt as proof of the date of sale.
- Check our on-line service site at www.prodprotect.com/applica, or call our toll-free number, 1-800-231-9786, for general warranty service.
- If you need parts or accessories, please call 1-800-738-0245.
What does your warranty not cover?
• Damage from commercial use
• Damage from misuse, abuse or neglect
• Products that have been modified in any way
- Products used or serviced outside the country of purchase
• Glass parts and other accessory items that are packed with the unit
• Shipping and handling costs associated with the replacement of the unit
- Consequential or incidental damages (Please note, however, that some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential or incidental damages, so this limitation may not apply to you.)
How does state law relate to this warranty?
- This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province.
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