72500PS - Food Processor PROCTOR SILEX - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	Proctor Silex
Model	72500PS
Product Type	Food Processor (Chopper)
Bowl Capacity (Solids)	1 ½ cups (375 ml)
Bowl Capacity (Liquids)	3/4 cup (188 ml)
Bowl Material	Plastic
Blade	Stainless steel, removable
Power Supply	120 V, 60 Hz (polarized plug)
Operation	On by turning the lid (continuous with hold)
Main Functions	Chopping, slicing, pureeing
Safety	Bowl and lid lock; automatic stop if unlocked; blade stops before opening
Cleaning	Lid, bowl and blade dishwasher safe (top rack); base wiped with a damp cloth
Dimensions (approx.)	12 x 12 x 20 cm (estimated)
Weight (approx.)	0.9 kg (estimated)
Color	White / Gray (typical)
Warranty	3-year limited (defects in materials and workmanship)
Customer Service (Canada)	1-800-267-2826 (French)
Customer Service (United States)	1-800-851-8900
Website	www.proctorsilex.ca (Canada)
Usage	Household use only

Frequently Asked Questions - 72500PS PROCTOR SILEX

How to use the Proctor Silex 72500PS chopper?

Make sure the appliance is unplugged. Lock the bowl into the base by turning clockwise. Insert the blade over the center post. Add food, place the lid, plug in, then turn the lid to the on position (I) to chop. Hold for continuous operation. To stop, turn the lid counterclockwise to the off position (O). Unplug before removing the lid.

What is the maximum bowl capacity?

For solids, capacity is 1 ½ cups (375 ml). For liquid ingredients, do not exceed 3/4 cup (188 ml) to avoid overflow.

What to do if the chopper does not turn on?

Check that the bowl and lid are properly locked. Make sure the appliance is plugged in and the outlet works. If the problem persists, contact customer service at 1-800-851-8900 (U.S.) or 1-800-267-2826 (Canada).

Are the bowl, blade and lid dishwasher safe?

Yes, the lid, bowl and blade can be washed in the dishwasher, on the top rack. Also wash by hand in hot soapy water. The blade is sharp, handle with care. The base should simply be wiped with a damp cloth.

What foods can I chop with this appliance?

You can chop vegetables (carrots, celery, mushrooms, onions), herbs (parsley, basil), nuts, garlic, or puree cooked fruits and vegetables for compotes or baby food. Avoid raw meat, cheese, coffee beans, whole chocolate and hard spices to avoid damaging the appliance.

How to clean the base of the chopper?

Unplug the appliance. Wipe the base with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners. Never immerse the base in water to avoid risk of electric shock.

What are important safety precautions?

Read all instructions. Do not let children use the appliance. Do not immerse cord or base in water. Always unplug before cleaning or assembling. Blades are sharp: handle with care. Do not remove lid until blade has stopped completely. Use only recommended accessories.

Can I use an extension cord?

Yes, if the cord is too short. Use an approved extension cord with electrical ratings equal to or greater than the appliance. Arrange it so that a child cannot pull on it or trip over it.

What does the warranty cover and how long is it?

The limited warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship for 3 years from the date of purchase. It applies to products purchased in the United States and Canada. You must present the original purchase receipt. It does not cover normal wear, accidental damage, or misuse.

Where to find the model and serial number?

The model, type and serial numbers are indicated on the appliance. Write them down before contacting customer service. You can also visit www.proctorsilex.ca for manuals and recipes.

USER MANUAL 72500PS PROCTOR SILEX

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When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons, including the following:

1. Read all instructions.
2. This appliance is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are closely supervised and instructed concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
3. This appliance shall not be used by children. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
5. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put cord, plug, base, or motor in water or other liquid.
6. Turn the appliance OFF(○), then unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
7. Avoid contact with moving parts.
8. Keep hands and utensils away from the cutting blades while chopping food to reduce the risk of severe injury to persons or damage to the food chopper. A scraper may be used but must be used only when the food chopper is not running.
9. Blades are sharp. Handle cutting blades carefully when inserting or removing, emptying the bowl, and during cleaning.
10. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged supply cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Supply cord replacement and repairs must be conducted by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. Call the provided customer service number for information on examination, repair, or adjustment.

11. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the appliance manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.

12. Do not use outdoors.

13. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces, including stove

14. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.

15. Check that the appliance is OFF (before plugging cord into wall outlet. To disconnect, turn the control to OFF, then remove plug from wall outlet. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.

16. Be certain lid is securely locked in place before operating appliance.

17. Do not attempt to defeat any interlock mechanism.

18. To reduce the risk of injury, never place cutting blade on base without first putting bowl properly in place.

19. Do not remove cover until blade has completely stopped rotating

20. Do not use appliance for other than intended purpose.

21. This appliance is intended for processing small quantities of food for immediate consumption. This appliance is not intended to prepare large quantities of food at one time.

22. Be careful if hot liquid is poured into the food processor bowl as it can be ejected out of the appliance due to a sudden steaming.

23. CAUTION! In order to avoid a hazard due to inadvertent resetting of the thermal cut-out, this appliance must not be supplied through an external switching device, such as a timer, or connected to a circuit that is regularly switched on and off by the utility.

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Other Consumer Safety Information

This appliance is intended for household use only.

WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard: This appliance is provided with a polarized plug (one wide blade) to reduce the risk of electric shock. The plug fits only one way into a polarized outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug by modifying the plug in any way or by using an adapter. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, have an electrician replace the outlet.

The length of the cord used on this appliance was selected to reduce the hazards of becoming tangled in or tripping over a longer cord. If a longer cord is necessary, an approved extension cord may be used. The electrical rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater than the rating of the appliance. Care must be taken to arrange the extension cord so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or accidentally tripped over.

Parts and Features

1. Cover
2. Blade
3. Bowl
4. Base

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Before First Use:

Wash cover, bowl, and blade in hot, soapy water. The blade is sharp; handle carefully. Rinse and dry.

1. Read "Chopping Tips."
2. Make sure chopper is unplugged. Lock bowl onto base by aligning tabs on bowl with slots in base. Turn clockwise.
3. Place blade in bowl over center shaft. Turn until blade slips down to bottom of bowl. Blade is sharp; handle carefully.
4. Place food in bowl.
5. Place cover on bowl.
6. Plug into electrical outlet.

7. To turn unit on, turn cover to ON ( ) position. For continuous operation, the cover must be held in the ON ( I ) position. See illustration.

8. To turn unit off, turn cover counterclockwise to OFF (○ position. Do not remove cover until blade has stopped turning.

9. Remove cover. Unlock bowl by turning counterclockwise. Remove bowl from base. Carefully remove blade. Blade is sharp; handle carefully.

10. Unplug unit from outlet when not in use.

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IF CHOPPER DOES NOT START: Review the steps in "How to Use" to make sure the bowl and cover are both in the locked positions.

• The bowl has a capacity of 1 ½ cups (375 ml). For liquid ingredients, do not exceed 3/4 cup (188 ml).
- For more control, process by turning the cover to ON (I) position briefly then releasing. Check consistency and continue if desired.
- Tear bread into pieces, then process to make bread crumbs. Break crackers or cookies into pieces, then process into crumbs for use as recipe ingredients or pie crusts.
- To chop carrots, celery, mushrooms, green pepper, or onion, cut into 1 inch chunks and place in bowl. This will result in more uniform consistency.
- Chop nuts; mince parsley, basil, chives, or garlic.
• Puree small amounts of cooked fruit or vegetables for baby food or use as a base for sauces or soups.
- Donot process raw meat, cheese, coffee beans, whole squares of baking chocolate, or whole, hard spices in the food chopper. This could damage the chopper.

How to Clean

1. Wash cover, bowl, and blade in hot, soapy water. Blade is sharp; handle carefully. Rinse and dry. The cover, bowl, and blade may also be washed in top rack of automatic dishwasher.
2. Reassemble for safe storage.
3. To clean the base, wipe with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners. Do not immerse base in water.

Customer Service

Visit Proctorsilex.com for our complete line of products, Use & Care Guides, replacement parts, recipes and to register your product. For questions, email us at [e-mail] or call :

English (USA): 1-800-851-8900

Francais (Canada): 1-800-267-2826

Espanol (Mexico): 800-71-16-100

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proctorsilex LIMITED WARRANTY

This warranty applies to products purchased in the U.S. and Canada. This is the only express warranty for this product and is in lieu of any other warranty or condition.

This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of three (3) years from the date of original purchase. During this period, your exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of this product or any component found to be defective, at our option; however, you are responsible for all costs associated with returning the product to us and our returning a product or component under this warranty to you. If the product or component is no longer available, we will replace with a similar one of equal or greater value.

This warranty does not cover glass, filters, wear from normal use, use not in conformity with the printed directions, or damage to the product resulting from accident, alteration, abuse, or misuse. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser or gift recipient. Keep the original sales receipt, as proof of purchase is required to make a warranty claim. This warranty is void if the product is used for other than single-family household use.

We exclude all claims for special, incidental, and consequential damages caused by breach of express or implied warranty. All liability is limited to the amount of the purchase price. Every implied warranty, including any statutory warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, is disclaimed except to the extent prohibited by law, in which case such warranty or condition is limited to the duration of this written warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other legal rights that vary depending on where you live. Some states or provinces do not allow limitations on implied warranties or special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the foregoing limitations may not apply to you.

To make a warranty claim, do not return this appliance to the store. Please call 1.800.851.8900 in the U.S. or 1.800.267.2826 in Canada or visit proctorsilex.com in the U.S. or proctorsilex.ca in Canada. For faster service, locate the model, type, and series numbers on your appliance.

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