MASTERCHEF 370 - Food Processor MOULINEX - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Food processor
Brand	Moulinex
Model	Masterchef 370
Bowl capacity	1.5 liters
Maximum preparation quantity	150 to 800 g (depending on function)
Main functions	Knead, mix, chop, blend, beat, emulsify, whisk, grate, slice, citrus press, juicer (depending on model)
Included accessories	Metal knife, spiral system, emulsifier, grating/slicing discs (C, H, A, E), pusher, drive tube, filter basket, citrus press cone, centrifuge juicer (depending on model)
Power supply	220-240 V, 50/60 Hz (standard estimate)
Power	Not specified
Dimensions	Not specified
Weight	Not specified
Materials	Plastic bowl, metal knife, plastic and metal accessories
Cleaning and maintenance	Dishwasher-safe accessories; wipe motor block with a damp cloth; do not immerse
Safety	Sharp knife handle with care; lid locking; automatic stop if unlocked; do not use empty
Repairability and spare parts	Moulinex authorized service centers; use only Moulinex accessories
Maximum usage time	Blender: 2 min; emulsifier: 4 min; centrifuge juicer: 1 min 30
Warranty	Moulinex standard (not specified)

Frequently Asked Questions - MASTERCHEF 370 MOULINEX

How to use the knife for chopping?

Fit the metal knife (C1) onto the bowl shaft after removing the blade guard. Add the ingredients, lock the lid, and start. Caution: the knife is extremely sharp. Remove it before emptying the bowl.

Can I blend hot liquids?

No, never pour boiling liquid into the bowl. Wait until they cool before blending. The maximum usage time for blending is 2 minutes.

How to clean the food processor?

Unplug the appliance. Accessories are dishwasher safe. Never immerse the motor block in water, wipe it with a damp cloth. For carrot or citrus stains, rub with a cloth soaked in cooking oil.

What to do if the appliance does not work?

Check the connection, that the bowl is correctly positioned, the lid locked, the accessories fitted, and the control button on a valid position. If the problem persists, contact a Moulinex authorized center.

Which accessories are compatible with the Masterchef 370?

Use only Moulinex accessories suitable for this model: metal knife, spiral system, emulsifier, grating/slicing discs (C, H, A, E), filter basket, citrus press cone, and centrifuge juicer (depending on version).

How to grate or slice vegetables?

Slide the blade (C, H, A, or E) into the disc holder, engage the drive tube in the center of the disc and turn a quarter turn to lock. Place the assembly on the bowl shaft, insert food into the feed tube and guide it with the pusher (never fingers).

What is the maximum kneading capacity?

You can knead up to 600 g of heavy dough (shortcrust, flaky, bread) in 30 seconds. Stop immediately as soon as the ball forms.

Can the bowl be used for cooking or freezing?

No, the bowl is designed only for food preparation. Do not use it as a cooking, freezing, or sterilization container.

How to assemble the emulsifier accessory?

Lower the drive (D1) onto the central shaft, place the emulsifier disc (E1) and turn it to the locking position. Add the ingredients and lock the lid. Maximum time: 4 minutes. Do not use it to knead heavy doughs.

What are the important safety precautions?

Read the instruction manual carefully before use. Do not leave the appliance unattended. Unplug it after use or before cleaning. Handle the knife with caution. Do not use the appliance if damaged. Have the cable replaced by an authorized center.

USER MANUAL MASTERCHEF 370 MOULINEX

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Thank you for choosing an appliance from the Moulinex range, which is intended exclusively for the preparation of food and is only for indoor, domestic use. This product has been designed for domestic use only. Any commercial use, inappropriate use or failure to comply with the instructions, the manufacturer accepts no responsibility and the guarantee will not apply.

Safety instructions

• Read the Instructions for Use carefully before using your appliance; any use which does not conform to the instructions for use will absolve Moulinex from any liability.
• Never leave the appliance to run unattended, especially when young children or handicapped persons are present.
• Ensure that the voltage marked on the appliance matches that of your supply.
  Important: For your convenience this appliance is supplied complete with a plug incorporating a 3 amp fuse.
  In the event of replacing a fuse in the plug supplied, a 3 amp fuse approved by ASTA to BS1362 must be used.
  This appliance is manufactured to conform to the requirements of the EEC Directive (89/336/EEC).
• Always unplug your appliance as soon as you have finished using it, when you are cleaning it or in the event of a power cut.
• Do not use your appliance if it is not working correctly, if it has been damaged or the supply cord or plug are damaged. To avoid any risk, these must be replaced by an approved Moulinex service centre (see list in the service booklet).
• Any work on the appliance other than normal care and cleaning by the customer must be carried out by a Moulinex approved service centre.
• Do not place the appliance, the supply cord or the plug in any liquid.
• Do not allow the supply cord to hang within the reach of children, to come close to or into contact with the hot parts of your appliance, any other source of heat or a sharp edge. (Use the cable tidy!)
• In the interests of safety, use only the appropriate Moulinex accessories and spare parts for your appliance.
• Handle the blade (C1) and the blades with caution; they are very sharp. You must always remove the blade before emptying the contents of the bowl.

Any connection fault invalidates the guarantee.

• When you wish to grate or slice food, always use the pusher (B1) to push it down the feed tube; never use your fingers or some other utensil. Never touch the moving parts.
• Do not use the bowl as a general recipient (for freezing, cooking or sterilisation).

Using your appliance for the first time

• Remove the accessories from their packaging and clean them in hot soapy water.
• Place the motor unit on a flat, clean and dry surface and then plug in your appliance.

①Using the control knob: (do not operate your appliance when empty).

. Pulse (A3) for better control of certain preparations.
. Continuous operation (A3) – turn it to position 1.
. Stop: turn the knob to position 0.
. Lid lock : press on (A4) to unlock the lid.

Principles to be observed when using

Your food processor can be used to prepare from 150 to 800 g of food – Volume of the bowl: 1.5 litres.

• Place the bowl (B3) on the base of the processor.
• Fit the chosen accessory.
• Fit and lock the lid (B2).
• Start the appliance.
• Fit the stainless steel blade (C1), first removing the blade protector, on the shaft of the bowl.
• Place the ingredients in the bowl.

②. KNEADING/MIXING/CHOPPING

Preparations

. Mixing

- You can mix 800 g of light dough (biscuits, pound cake) in 1 min 30 to 2 min 20.

. Kneading

- You can knead up to 600 g of light dough (shortcake, short crust, bread) in 30 seconds.

Attention

Stop the appliance as soon as you see the dough form a ball.

. Chopping

You can chop 150 to 300 g of food in 15 to 20 seconds: hard products (cheese, dried fruit), hard vegetables (carrots, celery etc.), soft vegetables (onions, spinach, etc.), raw and cooked meat (boned, with gristle removed and diced), raw or cooked fish. Do not chop products that are too hard (ice, sugar) or requiring to be finely ground (grain, coffee).

③. LIQUIDISING

• Fit the stainless steel blade (C1) on the shaft of the bowl.
• Place the Spiral System (F1) on the blade.
• Now place the ingredients in the bowl.

Preparations

- You can prepare up to 0.8 litres of soup, drink, pancake or waffle batter.

Attention:

• Never pour boiling liquid into the bowl.
• Maximum usage time: 2 minutes.

④. BEATING/EMULSIFYING/WHIPPING

• Lower the drive (D1) onto the central shaft of the processor.
• Place the emulsifier disk (E1) on top and turn it until it locks.
• Now place the ingredients in the bowl.

Preparations

- You can prepare 1 to 4 egg whites and up to 0.2 litres of fresh cream.

Attention: never use the emulsifier(E1) to knead heavy dough or to mix light dough.

Maximum usage time: 4 minutes.

⑤. GRATING/SLICING

• Slide the blade (C, H, A, E) into the blade carrier disc (D2).
• Engage the drive tube(D1) in the centre of the disc so that the point passes through the hole in the middle of the blade.
• Turn the tube (D1) through a quarter turn to lock it in the disc.
• To dismantle, reverse the procedure: the blade cannot be taken out until the drive tube has been removed.
• Place the assembly on the central shaft of the bowl.
• Insert the food in the feed tube and push it down with the pusher (B1) but never with the fingers or any other utensil.

Preparations

. Blade C (coarse grater): carrots, cheddar, celery etc.
. Blade H (thick slicer): potatoes for gratin dauphinois, carrots, cucumbers, etc.
. Blade A (fine grater): carrots, cheddar, celery, etc. (*)
. Blade E (chip cutter): potatoes for chips, etc. (*)
- Prepare no more than 500 g of food at a time (no meat or sausage products).

⑥. PRESSING CITRUS FRUIT (\*)

• Place the strainer basket (H1) on the bowl, then turn it until it locks.

• Lower the driver (H2) onto the central shaft of the processor.

• Locate the cone on the strainer basket.

• Cut the fruit in 2.
• Hold one half of the fruit on the cone and press down.

Preparations

• You can squeeze up to 0.8 litres of juice without emptying the bowl.
• Rinse out the strainer basket (H1) every 0.5 litres.

⑦. JUICING FRUIT AND VEGETABLES (\*)

• Place the filter band (I3) in the filter carrier (I5).
• Fix the collar (I4) on the filter carrier (I5); it secures the filter band.
• Place the filter assembly carrier (I3+I4+I5) on the bowl driver.
• Place the lid (I2) on the bowl and lock it.
• Insert the food in the feed tube.
• Press the food down using the pusher (I1) – never use your fingers.

Preparing the fruit

• Wash the fruit and cut into pieces if necessary.
• Remove stones from plums, peaches, apricots and cherries, and the leaves from celery.
• Peel citrus fruit, melons (also remove the pips) and pineapples.

Attention:

• Do not use the appliance if the centrifuge filter carrier is damaged.
• For the best results, process small quantities at a time and clean the filter frequently.
• Do not exceed 250 g of ingredients.
• Maximum usage time: 1 min 30.

(*): depending on the model

Cleaning

• Disconnect the appliance, remove and dismantle the accessories.
• Wash, rinse and dry the accessories (they can be put in the dishwasher).
• Do not use abrasive sponges or objects containing metal parts.
• Never immerse the motor unit (A1) in water. Wipe it with a dry or slightly damp cloth.
• If your accessories are discoloured by the food (carrots, oranges, etc.), gently rub them with a cloth to which you have applied some cooking oil and then clean in the usual way or clean by soaking in mild bleach (non qbrasive) straight after use.

Note : some permanent staining may occur - this is normal.

- Handle the knife(C1) and the blades (H and E) with care; they are extremely sharp.

What to do if your appliance does not work

- First check that it is properly connected, then: - that the bowl (B3) is correctly positioned, that the lid (B2) is properly locked, that the accessories are properly seated and that the control knob (A3) is in the required position. If these instructions are not followed, your food processor cannot work.

You have carefully followed all these instructions and your appliance still does not work? If this is the case, contact your retailer or a Moulinex approved service centre (see list in “Moulinex Service” booklet).

Recipes

DOUGHS (Leave to rest for 1 h in the cool)

Short-crust pastry (For a 28-cm mould)

• Into the bowl, fitted with the knife, put 200 g of flour, 100 g of butter and a pinch of salt.
• Run the processor for 10 seconds then pour 50 ml of water in through the feed tube while it is running.
• Allow the processor to run until the dough forms a good ball.

Shortcake pastry (For a 28-cm mould)

• Into the bowl, fitted with the knife, put 200 g of granulated sugar, 2 egg yolks and 100 g of softened butter.
• Run the processor for 30 seconds then pour in 200 g of flour, a teaspoon of powdered vanilla and a pinch of salt, then run the processor until a ball of dough is formed.

Pizza dough (for one pizza)

• Into the bowl, fitted with the knife, put 150 g of flour, 1/2 sachet of baker's yeast and a pinch of salt.
• Run the processor for 10 seconds, then pour in 90 g of tepid water and two dessertspoons of olive oil until the dough forms a good ball.
• Allow to rise until the volume of the dough is doubled (1 hour). Roll out the dough into the desired shape.

Pancake batter (16 fine crêpes)

- Into the bowl, fitted with the knife, put 2 eggs, 1 dessert spoon of oil, 15 g of sugar, 1/2 litre of milk and 1 dessert spoon of orange flower water or spirit of your choice.

- Run the processor with the Spiral system for 10 seconds, then pour in the flour (200 g) and let the machine run until you obtain a smooth batter.

Leave to stand for 1 hour.

SAUCES

Mayonnaise

• Into the bowl, fitted with the emulsifier, put 1 egg yolk, 1 dessert spoon of mustard, 1 teaspoon of vinegar, salt and pepper.
• Run the processor for 10 seconds. Pour 250 ml of oil in a thin stream through the feed tube with the processor running for 1 min 30.

Tartare sauce

- Into the bowl, fitted with the stainless steel blade, put the mayonnaise and chop in 100 g of gherkins, a small onion and 1 bunch of herbs (chervil, chives, parsley and tarragon) and 2 dessert spoons of capers, running the processor for 40 seconds.

Cocktail Sauce

- In the bowl, fitted with the emulsifier, mix into the mayonnaise 1 dessert spoon of tube tomato purée, a few drops of hot red pimento sauce, a dash of Worcester sauce and run the processor for 20 seconds.

SOUP

Cream of leek soup (serves 4)

• Peel 150 g of leeks and cut then into chunks. Place the cut leeks in the bowl fitted with the stainless steel blade and chop for 20 seconds. Melt 20 g of butter in a saucepan and add the chopped leeks. Stir, cover and braise for 15 minutes.
• Peel 150 g of potatoes. Cut into large chunks and add to the leeks. Add salt, pepper and nutmeg, then add 1/2 litre of water and 100 ml of milk.
• Leave to cook for 1/2 h. After cooking, pour into the bowl, fitted with the stainless steel blade, then liquidise for 40 seconds with the Spiral system.

VEGETABLES

Gratin dauphinois (serves 4)

- In the processor, fitted with the vegetable slicer and the blade (C), grate 70 g of Gruyère cheese. Put to one side. Peel 700 g of potatoes and slice them into the processor bowl, fitted with the vegetable cutter and the blade (H).

• Arrange the slices of potato in a gratin dish, which has been buttered and rubbed with a clove of garlic.
• Into the bowl, fitted with the knife, put 2 egg yolks, 200 ml of milk, 150 ml of single cream, salt, pepper and grated nutmeg. Liquidise for 1 minute.
• Pour this mixture over the potatoes. Sprinkle with the grated cheese and a few knobs of butter.
• Put into the oven at 220^ C ( 425^ F/ gas mark 7) for 1 h.

COCKTAIL

Raspberry milk shake (serves 2)

• 1/2 litre of full cream milk, 150 g of raspberries, 1/2 yoghurt, 30 g of granulated sugar.
• Place all the ingredients in the bowl fitted with the blender knife, put the Spiral System in place and lock the cover.
• Mix for 20 seconds.

DESSERTS

Yoghurt gâteau (serves 6 to 8)

• 1 pot of natural yoghurt (use as measure), 2 pots of granulated sugar, 3 pots of flour, 1/2 pot of oil, 3 eggs, 1 sachet of yeast.
• Put all the ingredients into the bowl fitted with the knife.
• Run the processor for 2 minutes. The mixture should be nice and smooth.
• Pour the mixture into a sandwich tin and put in the oven at 200^ C ( 400^ F/gas mark 6) for 50 minutes.

Pound cake (serves 4 to 6)

• Into the bowl, fitted with the stainless steel blade, put 150 g of flour, 1/2 sachet of yeast, 150 g of sugar, 150 g of butter and 3 eggs.
• Run the processor for 2 minutes. Pour into a buttered and floured cake tin.
• Cook in the oven at 200^ C ( 400^ F/gas mark 6) for 55 minutes.

Crème chantilly (serves 6 to 8)

• 250 ml of well chilled whipping cream, 50 g of icing sugar.
• Fit the bowl with the emulsifier, put in the cream and the icing sugar. Run the processor for 1 minute.

Whipped egg whites

• Into the bowl, fitted with the emulsifier, put 2 to 4 egg whites and a pinch of salt. Lock the cover.
• Run the processor until the whites stand in peaks. Remember to leave the pusher out of the feed tube so that the egg whites can be aerated.